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Life's about the Little Things.Sun, 02 Aug 2015 20:00:59 +0000en-UShourly1http://wordpress.org/?v=3.9.2Teenager Cannot Eat Food As Doctors Race To Diagnose Mystery Diseasehttp://www.littlethings.com/teenager-cannot-eat-food/
http://www.littlethings.com/teenager-cannot-eat-food/#commentsSun, 02 Aug 2015 20:00:59 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=768106Alex Visker is a 19-year-old young man who is actually allergic to all food. He's been sick nearly all of his life: from a very young age, he's been constantly dealing with the horrible pain, nausea, and fatigue that comes with his disease. The problem is that doctors have no real clue what his actual... View Article

]]>Alex Visker is a 19-year-old young man who is actually allergic to all food. He’s been sick nearly all of his life: from a very young age, he’s been constantly dealing with the horrible pain, nausea, and fatigue that comes with his disease.

The problem is that doctors have no real clue what his actual disease is. While treating his constant stomach pain, headaches, muscle pain, drops in blood pressure, chest pains, and hives, the doctors have tested him for everything. Still, if Alex eats any kind of food, he ends up regretting it due to the horrible pain.

He doesn’t have any of the more common diseases that result in digestive issues like FPIES, cancer, celiacs, or Crohn’s disease — and it isn’t psychological, as he does test positive for allergies to most foods. But the real problem is the fact that he reacts to all foods… Imagine living your whole life being scared of every single thing you eat.

Though Alex’s disease remains unknown, one thing is certain: He and his family need some help. At such a young age, this young man needs to find a way to raise funds in order to help him battle this horrible disease and even attend college. His father started a GoFundMe campaign that, hopefully, will help raise the funds and give a bit of hope for this brave family.

Alex has been forced to live on a diet consisting of a formula that is already broken down, so there are no proteins in it. Alex has the tube go directly into his stomach. He eats his food this way, three times a day, to sustain himself! Put yourself in his place and you’ll easily see how difficult it must be just to keep going. Hopefully, Alex will soon figure out what this disease is and, with some hope, be able to figure out how to beat it so he can eat again!

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/teenager-cannot-eat-food/feed/0Animal Shelter Caring For Badger Who Allegedly Got Drunk From Seven Stolen Beershttp://www.littlethings.com/animal-shelter-caring-badger-allegedly-got-drunk-seven-stolen-beers/
http://www.littlethings.com/animal-shelter-caring-badger-allegedly-got-drunk-seven-stolen-beers/#commentsSun, 02 Aug 2015 19:00:13 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=768386On Wednesday, Polish animal rescue shelter Dzika Ostoja wrote on their Facebook that police had discovered a drunk badger by a beachside who was then placed in their care for the duration of her presumably awful two-day hangover. The authorities allegedly reported that the badger had stolen seven beers from nearby beach-goers, the caps of which she evidently bit... View Article

]]>On Wednesday, Polish animal rescue shelter Dzika Ostoja wrote on their Facebook that police had discovered a drunk badger by a beachside who was then placed in their care for the duration of her presumably awful two-day hangover.

The authorities allegedly reported that the badger had stolen seven beers from nearby beach-goers, the caps of which she evidently bit through to be able to drink them.

Please take a moment to let that sink in — not one, two, or even three beers. This badger was on such a mission to get loaded that she drank seven alcoholic beverages. Considering the fact that badgers rarely grow to weigh more than 20 pounds, that is a significant amount of alcohol to be in the system such a very small creature. “Mrs. Badger,” as she’s been labeled by the animal rescue center, will remain in the care of the shelter until she’s overcome her mighty hangover, at which point she’ll be released back into the wild.

“As of today, Wandzia still under the light ‘influence’ but begins to eat-lying down, but it is progress [sic],” they posted on Wednesday.

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/blizzard-traffic-violation/feed/05-Year-Old’s Special Balloon Found More Than 300 Miles Awayhttp://www.littlethings.com/balloon-with-note-found/
http://www.littlethings.com/balloon-with-note-found/#commentsSun, 02 Aug 2015 17:00:02 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=768531A 5-year-old boy from Plumstead, London released a silver balloon into the air along with a special note: “How far did it go? Post on Facebook.” A day later, a woman named Marijke Vikenburg shared a photo of Archie Brookman’s balloon on Facebook with hopes that he’d see it. She wanted to let him know... View Article

]]>A 5-year-old boy from Plumstead, London released a silver balloon into the air along with a special note: “How far did it go? Post on Facebook.”

A day later, a woman named Marijke Vikenburg shared a photo of Archie Brookman’s balloon on Facebook with hopes that he’d see it. She wanted to let him know that her friend found it more than 300 miles away in Oudewater, The Netherlands. (The moment is reminiscent of the stranger who found a balloon a girl sent to her father in heaven more than 400 miles away.)

Vikenburg’s plea to find Archie quickly became successful, which isn’t so surprising with the power of social media. Luckily, Vikenburg shared the picture on Art Plumstead, a Facebook page that Archie’s aunt follows. The photo was also shared more than 100,000 times by other users attempting to help.

Archie and his mom were stunned when a stranger found the balloon. They said they sent out the balloon without any expectation that it would actually be found, especially so far away.

“I didn’t think it would come back at all,” his mother, Nichola Doyle, said during an appearance on ITV London. “I didn’t expect to get a reply.”

View the photos below and please SHARE this incredible story with your friends!

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/balloon-with-note-found/feed/0Fearless Yoga Practitioners Take Their Hobby To A Colorado Mountainsidehttp://www.littlethings.com/yoga-practitioners-mountainside/
http://www.littlethings.com/yoga-practitioners-mountainside/#commentsSun, 02 Aug 2015 16:00:36 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=768661You know, I recently picked up yoga again, and I definitely feel healthier than I used to. But I am still a far cry away from being able to do any of the crazy moves involved in "acroyoga!" As you could probably guess from the name, Acroyoga is a mental and physical practice that combines... View Article

The two practitioners in the video are Chelsey Korus and Matt Giordano, who work seamlessly together to create beautiful shapes that transcend more traditional practices. They are situated outdoors, on a mountainside in Colorado.

Giordano is the “base,” while Korus is the “flyer.” That means that he serves as a steady support, while the lighter partner conducts the more acrobatic moves. The amount of synchronicity and grace it must require to transition from pose to pose smoothly honestly boggles my mind.

If you were amazed by the spectacular grace of these acroyogis, please SHARE on Facebook!

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/yoga-practitioners-mountainside/feed/0Here’s How To Whiten Your Teeth Using Activated Charcoalhttp://www.littlethings.com/whiten-teeth-charcoal/
http://www.littlethings.com/whiten-teeth-charcoal/#commentsSun, 02 Aug 2015 15:00:25 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=767716Let's be honest, many of us spend tons of money on products that promise to enhance our beauty. Whether it's a new face cream or a long lash mascara, us women go through them all. I know I've certainly tried a whole bunch. But there are some products we have at home that can work some magic – and... View Article

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/whiten-teeth-charcoal/feed/0Watch Homeless Man Reunite With The Dog He Had To Surrenderhttp://www.littlethings.com/homeless-man-reunites-dog/
http://www.littlethings.com/homeless-man-reunites-dog/#commentsSun, 02 Aug 2015 14:02:41 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=769681Accept the things to which fate binds you, and love the people with whom fate brings you together, but do so with all your heart. -- Marcus Aurelius Last year, a Missouri man fell on hard times after he lost his job and his home. The hardest part of all was the fact he couldn't take... View Article

]]>Accept the things to which fate binds you, and love the people with whom fate brings you together, but do so with all your heart. — Marcus Aurelius

Last year, a Missouri man fell on hard times after he lost his job and his home. The hardest part of all was the fact he couldn’t take care of his beloved dog anymore. The brokenhearted man was forced to surrender, Reece a 3-year-old Boxer/Greyhound mix, to the Great Plains SPCA No Kill Shelter.

But eventually, things began to look up for the man, and so he checked the animal shelter’s website to see if Reece was still available for adoption. He was. As it turned out, two different families had adopted Reece over the previous months, but neither situation worked out. Once the man discovered that Reece still needed a home, he knew exactly what he wanted to do. He went back to the shelter to get his best friend back.

In a video that’s now going viral, Reece was tearfully reunited with his owner. The dog immediately recognizes his doting dad, running into his open arms as happy as can be. After the shelter posted the video on Facebook, it received thousands of likes and shares.

The shelter said in their Facebook post, “Keeping families together – just one of the reasons #whywerescue.”

These two are clearly meant to be together, and this time, for good. Please SHARE this touching reunion with your friends on Facebook!

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/homeless-man-reunites-dog/feed/0Adorable Bulldog Puppy Enjoys His Naphttp://www.littlethings.com/bulldog-puppy-sleeping/
http://www.littlethings.com/bulldog-puppy-sleeping/#commentsSun, 02 Aug 2015 14:00:50 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=761801There's not much cuter than a brand new puppy... Well, maybe a brand new puppy sleeping — or maybe six tiny pug puppies sleeping. There's just something so innocent watching these little creatures in dreamland. This video of a 12-day-old bulldog puppy is no different and will absolutely melt your heart. I've already watched it... View Article

There’s just something so innocent watching these little creatures in dreamland. This video of a 12-day-old bulldog puppy is no different and will absolutely melt your heart. I’ve already watched it at least a dozen times!

Just watch as this sweet little dog enjoys his nap. He must be in quite a deep sleep because he is twitching away, just look at those feet go! I can’t help but to wonder what he’s dreaming about!

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/bulldog-puppy-sleeping/feed/0Nick Lucas Sings “Tip-Toe Through The Tulips” In Lost 1929 Filmhttp://www.littlethings.com/tip-toe-through-the-tulips/
http://www.littlethings.com/tip-toe-through-the-tulips/#commentsSun, 02 Aug 2015 13:00:28 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=768516Back in 1929, superstar Nick Lucas starred in one of the Warner Brothers' first full-length color films ever made, titled Gold Diggers of Broadway. The film used a two-strip Technicolor method to provide beautiful images that helped make the musical one of the biggest box office sensations of the decade. The movie boosted the career... View Article

]]>Back in 1929, superstar Nick Lucas starred in one of the Warner Brothers’ first full-length color films ever made, titled Gold Diggers of Broadway. The film used a two-strip Technicolor method to provide beautiful images that helped make the musical one of the biggest box office sensations of the decade.

The movie boosted the career of Lucas and earned the equivalent of $69 million dollars in today’s standards. Even though it was chosen as one of the best films of 1929, unfortunately, no full print of the full movie is known to survive.

Luckily, the last 20 minutes of the film remain safe, allowing a window into the spirit and adventurous nature of the roaring ’20s flapper era, all nearing the destructive nature of the Great Depression.

In the clip below, you can listen to Lucas singing one of the most famous songs from the movie, “Tip-Toe Through The Tulips.” This amazing clip shows the massive budget that the film had. We especially love the sets and the amazing tulip costumes at the 2:34 mark!

Over the years, people had forgotten all about the hit movie, but luckily the oddball singer Tiny Tim reinvigorated the song and brought it right back into popular culture in the 1960s.

Please watch this incredible clip from a simpler time.

And please SHARE this incredible song with all of your friends on Facebook!

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/tip-toe-through-the-tulips/feed/0Pregnant Michigan Mom Poses For The Honest Body Project And Gets An Unexpected Reaction…http://www.littlethings.com/brittany-anne-bullied-honest-body-project/
http://www.littlethings.com/brittany-anne-bullied-honest-body-project/#commentsSun, 02 Aug 2015 02:04:54 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=769616According to photographer Natalie McCain, the Honest Body Project is a bare-it-all series intended to give women a voice to share their honest, beautiful stories. On July 28, 2015, McCain made a stunning addition to her groundbreaking series - she decided to celebrate the female form with The Beauty In A Mother: A Maternity Series. In her bold maternity series, McCain uses black and white photos... View Article

]]>According to photographer Natalie McCain, the Honest Body Project is a bare-it-all series intended to give women a voice to share their honest, beautiful stories. On July 28, 2015, McCain made a stunning addition to her groundbreaking series – she decided to celebrate the female form with The Beauty In A Mother: A Maternity Series.

In her bold maternity series, McCain uses black and white photos to capture women of all shapes and sizes who are pregnant. “We need to support, love, and encourage one another,” the artist wrote on her website. “No mother should feel alone in her struggles.”

It’s hard to believe that one of McCain’s pregnant models was met with the very opposite of support, love, and encouragement after posing for the artist.

Brittany Anne Dykstra, of North Muskegon, Michigan decided to celebrate her pregnancy by participating in Natalie McCain’s photo shoot. She shared early releases of the photographs with her friends and family on Facebook, expecting praise on the professional maternity photos.

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/brittany-anne-bullied-honest-body-project/feed/0He Uses 24 Ice Cream Sandwiches To Make The Easiest Ice Cream Cake Everhttp://www.littlethings.com/ice-cream-sandwich-cake/
http://www.littlethings.com/ice-cream-sandwich-cake/#commentsSat, 01 Aug 2015 20:00:44 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=766121My favorite part of any meal is the dessert. I am always on the lookout for new dessert recipes, but it's often hard to find ones that aren't extremely complicated. Luckily for me, I found a brilliant and simple recipe to make a homemade ice cream cake out of tasty ice cream sandwiches. I knew... View Article

I am always on the lookout for new dessert recipes, but it’s often hard to find ones that aren’t extremely complicated. Luckily for me, I found a brilliant and simple recipe to make a homemade ice cream cake out of tasty ice cream sandwiches. I knew I had to make this right away.

In fact, I knew I wanted to share the end-result with others, so I decided to make this ice cream sandwich cake right here in the LittleThings office. It was difficult to keep my co-workers at bay while I was making the cake, but I think they would all agree that it was worth the wait. Everyone was more than happy to sample a slice, and they were gushing about the delicious results.

Ingredients:

6 brownies

2 containers frosting

24 ice cream sandwiches

Sprinkles

Candy for topping

This recipe was so fast and easy that I plan to volunteer to bring it as dessert the next time I go to a party! Will you be making this tasty ice cream sandwich cake? Let us know in the comments.

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/ice-cream-sandwich-cake/feed/0Riptides Affect Thousands Of Swimmers A Year, Here’s How To Spot Themhttp://www.littlethings.com/beware-rip-tides/
http://www.littlethings.com/beware-rip-tides/#commentsSat, 01 Aug 2015 19:00:21 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=767921Lifeguards are warning the public to keep an eye out for this common beach danger. While most people don't know that riptides are Mother Nature's way of letting us know to stay out of the water, there are simple ways that you can spot them. Each year lifeguards rescue tens of thousands of swimmers from... View Article

]]>Lifeguards are warning the public to keep an eye out for this common beach danger. While most people don’t know that riptides are Mother Nature’s way of letting us know to stay out of the water, there are simple ways that you can spot them.

This week lifeguards in Los Angeles had to perform a blitz rescue off Venice Beach due to strong rip currents. In one day, they had to rescue 400 swimmers. After the tides were spotted, lifeguards acted quickly.

“Within minutes of seeing that, the lifeguards kind of went on high alert and all of a sudden there was probably 10 to 15 lifeguards in the water in two rescue boats,” a witness told KTLA during a phone interview.

There were more people that needed saving than lifeguards, but fortunately no one was hurt. “It was really incredible to see them,” the witness said. “There were three people attached to … one lifeguard.”

Gaps between waves, calm water between waves, and discolored water are the best indicators of riptides. Lifeguards urge swimmers not to go against riptides if they are caught in them. It’s best to swim with it, wait for things to settle down, and head back to shore.

See the video below to learn about riptide safety and SHARE to let others know how to stay safe at the beach!

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/beware-rip-tides/feed/0Young Brazilian Jotta A. Stuns With His Powerful Performance Of “Worthy Is The Lamb”http://www.littlethings.com/jotta-a-worthy-is-the-lamb/
http://www.littlethings.com/jotta-a-worthy-is-the-lamb/#commentsSat, 01 Aug 2015 18:00:59 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=768296Is it just me, or does this little boy truly sing with the voice of an angel? I don’t think I’ve ever seen anything quite like his remarkable performance of ‘Worthy Is The Lamb.’ This young performer is Jose Antonio Viana de Hollanda, who goes by the more manageable handle Jotta A. Captured here performing... View Article

]]>Is it just me, or does this little boy truly sing with the voice of an angel? I don’t think I’ve ever seen anything quite like his remarkable performance of ‘Worthy Is The Lamb.’

This young performer is Jose Antonio Viana de Hollanda, who goes by the more manageable handle Jotta A. Captured here performing on an American Idol style reality show in Brazil, I don’t know if I’ve ever heard a voice as celestial as his!

Maybe it’s his lovely, melodious voice. Maybe it’s the clear sense of personal conviction that carries through with his words, like this similarly young performer. Whether you share his Christian faith or not, it is impossible to be unswayed by his powerful message.

Even his background singers seem to be touched by something exalted as they play their way through the powerful ballad. In the moment at the very end, where he finds himself on his knees, he truly looks as if he is praying even as he sings!

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/jotta-a-worthy-is-the-lamb/feed/0Cop Comforts Toddler During His Pregnant Mom’s Rescuehttp://www.littlethings.com/cop-comforts-toddler-pregnant-mom/
http://www.littlethings.com/cop-comforts-toddler-pregnant-mom/#commentsSat, 01 Aug 2015 17:30:22 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=769526In the flash of a second, everything can change. A pregnant mother of two parked her car in the driveway and went to check the mailbox when she saw her car rolling straight towards her. Her two year old son, Flint, was inside the car; it's believed he may have accidentally released the handbrake. The... View Article

A pregnant mother of two parked her car in the driveway and went to check the mailbox when she saw her car rolling straight towards her. Her two year old son, Flint, was inside the car; it’s believed he may have accidentally released the handbrake.

The back tire ran over Jennifer’s leg, trapping her under the car in the driveway. She suffered a broken thigh bone, broken ribs, and broken vertebrae in the upper spine.

As emergency crews worked for an hour to free Jennifer, Flint was handed to Constable Ben Timpson. The officer and father of three tapped into his parental instincts. He immediately sat down on the floor with Flint, doing anything he could to take his mind off of the traumatic scene. He pointed out the fire truck and the ambulance, and when Timpson began playing with Flint, the little boy began to smile and play along. Someone snapped a powerful photo that went viral, showing the officer working hard to keep Flint entertained among the chaos.

Even as Jennifer lay trapped under her car, she felt a sense of relief when she looked over and saw Flint safe and happy. Knowing that Timpson was taking such good care of her boy was reassuring to the terrified mom.

Constable Timpson and Flint were reunited in the hospital where Jennifer continues to recover. Miraculously, daily scans have confirmed the baby inside her belly was unharmed. “They’re just doing the job they’re employed to, but they’ve done it with a lot of heart for both me and my son,” Jennifer said.

Meet this incredible family below, and please SHARE this heroic officer with your friends on Facebook!

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/cop-comforts-toddler-pregnant-mom/feed/0Man Performs An Adorable Magic Trick To Propose To His Girlfriendhttp://www.littlethings.com/magic-trick-proposal-zak/
http://www.littlethings.com/magic-trick-proposal-zak/#commentsSat, 01 Aug 2015 17:00:28 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=768676Is there anything better than a great love story?! We can't get enough of the truly precious moments here at LittleThings. Some of my all-time favorite videos to share with our amazing audience are wedding proposals. Every girl dreams of the day her love will pop the question and you just have to smile when that... View Article

We can’t get enough of the truly precious moments here at LittleThings. Some of my all-time favorite videos to share with our amazing audience are wedding proposals. Every girl dreams of the day her love will pop the question and you just have to smile when that day comes and she’s taken completely by surprise.

In the following video we learn that Zak Mirzadeh has gone to great lengths to plan a proposal his girlfriend Jordyn just has to say “Yes!” to. Zak told Jordyn that he was learning how to draw and asked her to take a look at some of his sketches while on a picnic. When Jordyn sees an unfinished drawing, Zak sneakily asks her to fill in the rest and add a ring. That’s when he took it even further and showed her a magic trick he’d been working on.

At that point, I figured she must know something was up, but she looked beyond shocked when an actual diamond ring appeared in her hand!

What an adorable moment for such a happy couple! Please SHARE this video on your Facebook page to put a smile on someone’s face today!

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/magic-trick-proposal-zak/feed/0Elephant Tearfully Reunited With The Baby She Adopted Years Agohttp://www.littlethings.com/elephant-reunion-mom-baby/
http://www.littlethings.com/elephant-reunion-mom-baby/#commentsSat, 01 Aug 2015 16:39:06 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=762206Tragic but true, elephants continue to be used as props for tourist entertainment. Mae Boon Sri and Mebai, two elephants from Thailand, were used to this life of neglect and thankless work. Mebai was separated from her mom at a young age when she was sold to the tourism industry. While at the tourist camp,... View Article

]]>Tragic but true, elephants continue to be used as props for tourist entertainment. Mae Boon Sri and Mebai, two elephants from Thailand, were used to this life of neglect and thankless work.

Mebai was separated from her mom at a young age when she was sold to the tourism industry. While at the tourist camp, another elephant named Mae Boon Sri adopted Mebai and looked after her like her own daughter — an “elephant nanny” of sorts. Finally, Mebai had a motherly figure to look up to.

One day, Mebai was lucky enough to head off to a nearby Elephant Nature Park sanctuary — but her retirement from tourism was bittersweet. She had to leave her friend and surrogate mom, Mae Boon Sri, behind.

Years later, the rescue team was finally able to finagle Mae Boon Sri out of the trekking camp. It took five days on foot for rescuers to lead Mae Boon Sri to her new sanctuary home, but they did so with no chains and no restraints — just freedom under their feet. When the group finally reached the sanctuary, who else but Mebai was there to greet her — alongside Mebai’s biological mother who had also been rescued!

Though they had known each other in another life, Mae Boon Sri and Mebai instantly re-connected and embraced with their trunks. Mebai’s mother could tell her daughter loved this elephant nanny, and was elated to finally meet Mae Boon Sri. Their bellows, trumpets, and screams of joy are powerful enough to send chills down your spine.

Everyone lucky enough to witness this incredible reunion was deeply touched. Mother and nanny came together as a family unit, and now Mebai has both motherly mentors back by her side. Watch the reunion unfold below, and please SHARE this triumphant ending with your friends on Facebook!

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/elephant-reunion-mom-baby/feed/0Veteran Miraculously Survives Being Pinned Under A Tree Limb For Seven Dayshttp://www.littlethings.com/veteran-survives-seven-days/
http://www.littlethings.com/veteran-survives-seven-days/#commentsSat, 01 Aug 2015 16:00:16 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=768331A man was walking along a Maryland highway when he spotted something peculiar and acted quickly. It was 67-year-old Larry Shaddy, a veteran, who was trapped under a tree limb and struggling to get help. Shaddy had been under that tree for a whopping 7 days. Many are calling his survival a miracle. Time and time... View Article

]]>A man was walking along a Maryland highway when he spotted something peculiar and acted quickly. It was 67-year-old Larry Shaddy, a veteran, who was trapped under a tree limb and struggling to get help.

Shaddy had been under that tree for a whopping 7 days. Many are calling his survival a miracle.

“For whatever reason, the gentleman was walking off the roadway, must have slipped, fell 10 to 15 feet down this steep incline and underneath this tree. It’s incredible that someone could survive like that in that position for about a week,” said Mark Brady, Prince George’s County Fire Department.

Shaddy lived just a half a block away from the scene. The veteran was recently diagnosed with lung cancer. Unable to sleep, he began taking long walks at night.

“He could not sleep at night. Larry had gone for walks many times, so that would be the last place you’d expect him to be… in the woods,” said Imelda Clark, who runs the veteran home in which he stays.

The fact that Shaddy survived without food or water, pinned under a tree, with lung cancer no less, is pretty incredible. Rescuers say he was found right at the knick of time as temperatures were expected to increase to dangerously high levels.

See Shaddy’s miraculous survival below and SHARE if you’re glad he is OK!

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/veteran-survives-seven-days/feed/0Cop Pushes Elderly Man All The Way Home In Touching Viral Videohttp://www.littlethings.com/cop-pushes-elderly-man-home/
http://www.littlethings.com/cop-pushes-elderly-man-home/#commentsSat, 01 Aug 2015 15:12:57 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=769461An 80-year-old man named James was recently on his way home when the battery in his motorized scooter died. It was a hot summer day, and the elderly man had no way of getting home. That's when a policeman did something incredible. Fort Pierce Officer Moises Costa decided to take hold of James' scooter and... View Article

]]>An 80-year-old man named James was recently on his way home when the battery in his motorized scooter died. It was a hot summer day, and the elderly man had no way of getting home. That’s when a policeman did something incredible.

Fort Pierce Officer Moises Costa decided to take hold of James’ scooter and push him all the way home, trekking a half mile under the hot and humid sun. While on the way to James’ door step, a passerby noticed the scene unfolding and was so touched that she recorded it on her camera. After posting the video online, it garnered more than 10,000 views in 24 hours.

As it turns out, Costa is still a rookie in law enforcement. He says it’s moments like this that inspired him to become a police officer in the first place. “It gives me motivation to keep on because that’s what I signed up for,” he says. “That’s why I want to be in law enforcement — to help people in our community.”

With all the negative headlines surrounding police officers these days, it’s so refreshing to see those men and women who dedicate themselves to serving and protecting. Please SHARE this video with your friends on Facebook!

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/cop-pushes-elderly-man-home/feed/0Single Mom Builds Her Family A Tiny Home From The Ground Uphttp://www.littlethings.com/single-mom-builds-family-tiny-home-ground/
http://www.littlethings.com/single-mom-builds-family-tiny-home-ground/#commentsSat, 01 Aug 2015 14:00:08 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=769056The tiny house movement has yielded some pretty incredible feats of wonder in recent years — be it the nation's oldest shopping mall converted to micro-living apartments or a miniature village of teeny homes for a city's homeless population. But the tiny home in the video below has a story unlike anything we've yet heard. Kelley Lewis... View Article

]]>The tiny house movement has yielded some pretty incredible feats of wonder in recent years — be it the nation’s oldest shopping mall converted to micro-living apartments or a miniature village of teeny homes for a city’s homeless population. But the tiny home in the video below has a story unlike anything we’ve yet heard.

Kelley Lewis is a single mother who was left to care for her three children all on her own. Facing an increased financial burden and a need to rebuild her life from the ground up, she did exactly that. She built herself a 192 square foot tiny home.

Besides the framing, with which she had some additional help, Kelley has build out every facet of the home herself, from insulation to most of the electric to the paint on the walls — it was all Kelley. “There was no computer, there was nothing,” she says. “I literally used a ruler and a pencil with a good eraser.” What’s more, she used primarily recycled materials.

“I think a lot of people, especially in today’s society, always want more — something bigger and better. I’m guilty of it too, but if it takes away from you appreciating the smaller things and the things that you do have, I think that’s where there’s a disservice.” And her kids are learning all this from mom.

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/single-mom-builds-family-tiny-home-ground/feed/0A Man Buys A Strange Horse In This Hilarious Jokehttp://www.littlethings.com/joke-weird-horse-thank-god-cliff/
http://www.littlethings.com/joke-weird-horse-thank-god-cliff/#commentsSat, 01 Aug 2015 00:13:23 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=767736Daniel Boone once said: “All you need for happiness is a good gun, a good horse, and a good wife.” Man has always had a great affection for horses. They are seen as strong, obedient animals that have greatly aided mankind with travel and labor. They’re also viewed as a majestic and seemingly magical species,... View Article

]]>Daniel Boone once said: “All you need for happiness is a good gun, a good horse, and a good wife.”

Man has always had a great affection for horses. They are seen as strong, obedient animals that have greatly aided mankind with travel and labor. They’re also viewed as a majestic and seemingly magical species, especially since their likelihood has been reflected in mythological creatures like the unicorn and centaur. Plus, English horseback riding is synonymous with class and sophistication.

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/joke-weird-horse-thank-god-cliff/feed/0The Kind People Of Oklahoma Are Hydrating Their Mail Carriers Through A Heatwavehttp://www.littlethings.com/oklahoma-hydrating-mail-carriers/
http://www.littlethings.com/oklahoma-hydrating-mail-carriers/#commentsFri, 31 Jul 2015 20:28:21 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=767751We’ve all experienced the abject misery of a really hot summer day before. The beating sun, the hazy air, and the constant pursuit of shade isn’t fun for anybody. But, personally, I’ve never really thought about the person who probably catches the worst of it — the mailman. He’s out all day long delivering letters... View Article

]]>We’ve all experienced the abject misery of a really hot summer day before. The beating sun, the hazy air, and the constant pursuit of shade isn’t fun for anybody.

But, personally, I’ve never really thought about the person who probably catches the worst of it — the mailman. He’s out all day long delivering letters to hundreds of people, and, in some cases launching viral social media campaigns. All of that is hard to do when the mercury starts to spike!

For the men and women delivering mail in Oklahoma these days, it has to be even worse. A heat wave has been crashing through the state since mid-July, delivering temperatures in the high nineties and even into the triple digits.

Fortunately, the thoughtful folks living in the Oklahoma city called ‘The Village’ have been thinking ahead! A local mailman passed out after suffering an episode of heatstroke, a condition which affects everyone from adults to small children this time of year.

Ever since, residents have been leaving coolers full of water and sports drinks on their porches for passing postal workers. It’s a way of paying it forward to the workers for whom “neither snow, nor rain, nor heat, nor gloom of night” is a deterrent.

One random act of kindness sparked a local trend when someone posted on Facebook a description of this system for keeping the mail carriers hydrated. Before long, homes all over the area started sporting these considerate coolers, and residents report that the postal service definitely seems to appreciate the gesture!

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/oklahoma-hydrating-mail-carriers/feed/0Watch As This 8-Year-Old Boy With Cerebral Palsy Beats The Odds To Complete A Triathlonhttp://www.littlethings.com/cerebral-palsy-triathalon/
http://www.littlethings.com/cerebral-palsy-triathalon/#commentsFri, 31 Jul 2015 20:24:27 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=757396When you think of people you consider to be your heroes, chances are that those you're thinking of are older, smarter, and wiser. Before I saw this video, I would have probably been thinking along the same lines. Now? One of my greatest heroes is 8-year-old Bailey Matthews. But it's not just because Bailey overcomes... View Article

]]>When you think of people you consider to be your heroes, chances are that those you’re thinking of are older, smarter, and wiser. Before I saw this video, I would have probably been thinking along the same lines.

Now? One of my greatest heroes is 8-year-old Bailey Matthews.

But it’s not just because Bailey overcomes struggles on a daily basis due to suffering from cerebral palsy (something we also saw 8-year-old Hunter affected by), and it’s not just because he finished the grueling Castle Howard Triathlon, a feat that included a 100-meter swim, a 4,000-meter bike ride and a 1,300-meter run.

Bailey has become one of my newest heroes because of his spirit, his determination, and his ability to inspire so many others, a majority of which were cheering him on at the finish line as he made his triumphant finish.

While I am now a BIG fan of Bailey, no one is more proud of him than his parents who say that Bailey took it upon himself to set the goal of completing a triathlon, following in the foot steps of his best friend…his dad.

While he may have used a specialized walking frame to help him navigate the course, the excited crowd is enough to give him the confidence to do it on his own, proving to everyone that heroes are always amongst us, and they come in all sizes and ages!

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/cerebral-palsy-triathalon/feed/0Cute 5-Year-Old Dances With Dad To Her Favorite Country Songhttp://www.littlethings.com/dad-daughter-little-red-wagon-dance/
http://www.littlethings.com/dad-daughter-little-red-wagon-dance/#commentsFri, 31 Jul 2015 20:20:36 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=768476When you're a little kid, there's not much that's more fun than playing dress up. After all, what kid doesn't want to feel like a movie star in front of the camera? I remember dressing up and dancing around to my favorite songs like it was just yesterday...and maybe it was! When you're having as... View Article

]]>When you’re a little kid, there’s not much that’s more fun than playing dress up.

After all, what kid doesn’t want to feel like a movie star in front of the camera? I remember dressing up and dancing around to my favorite songs like it was just yesterday…and maybe it was! When you’re having as much fun as the little girl in this next video, there’s no reason to quit!

I wasn’t sure they could do a better job than they did with T-Swift, until I saw this adorable video. Audrey is such a natural in front of the camera and I just love how much fun this daddy-daughter combination has together!

Please SHARE this video on your Facebook page to put a smile on someone’s face today!

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/dad-daughter-little-red-wagon-dance/feed/0This Little 2-Year-Old Is The Biggest Fan Of Morris Bart, A Personal Injury Lawyerhttp://www.littlethings.com/toddler-is-obsessed-with-personal-injury-lawyer/
http://www.littlethings.com/toddler-is-obsessed-with-personal-injury-lawyer/#commentsFri, 31 Jul 2015 20:16:05 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=764781Sometimes, kids do things that will forever remain mysteries to us. They may develop an affinity for things and people starting from a young age, and very often, without the influence of their parents. And a lot of the time, they just outsmart us all. One little kid from New Orleans, LA, has taken a... View Article

One little kid from New Orleans, LA, has taken a very strange — but hilarious — liking to a very particular person. According to his mother, Grayson is just obsessed with personal injury lawyer Morris Bart.

He finds Bart absolutely captivating, and always seems to be fascinated by the advertisements put out by the lawyer on television.

Grayson’s mother, L’erin, spoke to The Daily Mail about her son’s love for Morris Bart, and about how she surprised the little boy on his birthday with the most astonishing present.

What did you think of how Grayson’s family celebrated his birthday? Let us know in the comments, and please SHARE!

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/toddler-is-obsessed-with-personal-injury-lawyer/feed/0Mom Saves Letter For Over 20 Years To Give Her Daughter On Her Wedding Dayhttp://www.littlethings.com/mom-saves-letter-20-years-give-daughter-wedding-day/
http://www.littlethings.com/mom-saves-letter-20-years-give-daughter-wedding-day/#commentsFri, 31 Jul 2015 19:53:25 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=768081It's time to bust out the Kleenex, because this next video is bound to hit all the heartstrings. Here at LittleThings, we enjoy bringing you wonderful wedding videos that show the importance of love and family. I didn't think I could ever find a more touching story than this one about a woman who lost her father before... View Article

In the video, which was posted to YouTube by The Film Poets, we meet Brooke and Tyler, but we quickly learn that there’s a lot more to this young couple’s story. In 1994, Brooke’s parents welcomed her into their lives. Just like her older brother, she was adopted by their parents, who said they always wanted a daughter named Brooke.

More than two decades ago, Brooke’s mom decided she wanted to show her baby girl what a blessing she was to her family and that God brought her into their lives for a special reason. Mom wrote Brooke a special letter on a piece of her own wedding dress to someday give Brooke on her wedding day.

When that day finally came in 2015, Brooke was understandably overcome with emotion from the incredible secret her mom had been hiding.

I haven’t seen a wedding video this beautiful in a long time. Hopefully this will show others just how wonderful adoption is!

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/mom-saves-letter-20-years-give-daughter-wedding-day/feed/0Big Cat Rescue Helps Save A Senior Rescue Lion’s Eyesighthttp://www.littlethings.com/big-cat-rescue-joseph-vision/
http://www.littlethings.com/big-cat-rescue-joseph-vision/#commentsFri, 31 Jul 2015 19:49:57 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=767881Just this week, millions worldwide were furious following the death of Cecil the lion, a beloved and protection animal who was lured away from his reserve and killed allegedly by a dentist from Minnesota who paid some $50,000 to hunt the animal himself in Zimbabwe. Those who spoke up publicly included everyone from PETA to Jimmy... View Article

]]>Just this week, millions worldwide were furious following the death of Cecil the lion, a beloved and protection animal who was lured away from his reserve and killed allegedly by a dentist from Minnesota who paid some $50,000 to hunt the animal himself in Zimbabwe. Those who spoke up publicly included everyone from PETA to Jimmy Kimmel, with thousands more expressing outrage.

It’s important to recognize that big game hunting isn’t the only form of abuse these animals face, however. Many are important and trapped as pets in horrific conditions, like those reported by Barcroft earlier this year following a Big Cat Rescue of multiple cats in a backyard zoo in Alabama. The folks at Big Cat Rescue ensure that senior or traumatized cats who cannot be returned to the wild live out the remainder of their lives in conditions that are safe and comfortable.

One of Big Cat’s senior cats, a 17-year-old lion named Joseph — another survivor of a former backyard zoo here in the U.S. — had recently been experiencing pain in one of his eyes. Rather than allow Joseph to live out his days in pain, discomfort, or blindness, the staff at BCR performed an intensive surgery to remove the lens. Joseph is now recuperating with his favorite snack, big cat-safe ice cream.

Watch this team work their magic, and SHARE their great work with your friends on Facebook!

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/big-cat-rescue-joseph-vision/feed/0Adorable Kitten Desperately Tries To Wake Sleeping Pit Bullhttp://www.littlethings.com/kitten-sleeping-pit-bull/
http://www.littlethings.com/kitten-sleeping-pit-bull/#commentsFri, 31 Jul 2015 19:36:38 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=768041Three-legged Pit bull Bella might be one of the most patient and loving pets. After befriending tiny piglets saved from the slaughter and fostering a litter of kittens, this Pit bull is making sure the newest family member — a cat named Jack — feels right at home. This loving pittie embraces her new feline... View Article

This loving pittie embraces her new feline pal, even letting the cat snuggle up closely during nap time.

“She is such a gentle dog and has befriended animals of all types of species before,” Kuhn told LittleThings.

Recently, Bella wanted to get a few more minutes of relaxation as Jack desperately tried to wake her up. In the adorable video, Bella patiently tries to ignore the playful kitten’s demands for attention. Even as the cat tries to grab the Pit bull’s ears and play, the Pit bull doesn’t even flinch. This loving 5-year-old Pit bull is just so sweet!

Pit bulls are one of the most misunderstood dog breeds in the world. Although they have a reputation for being vicious and mean, Pit bulls can make very sweet and loyal family dogs when raised in a loving home — and this video proves it!

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/kitten-sleeping-pit-bull/feed/0This Beautiful Space-Themed Watch Is The First Thing I’ll Buy When I Win The Lottohttp://www.littlethings.com/beautiful-space-themed-watch/
http://www.littlethings.com/beautiful-space-themed-watch/#commentsFri, 31 Jul 2015 19:28:08 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=764356I think that all of us have a certain fondness for the finer things of life. Personally, my favorite indulgences are really good food, and the occasional pair of designer jeans. For the vast majority of people, that’s probably the norm. Maybe you treat yourself to something fancy a few times a year, after your... View Article

]]>I think that all of us have a certain fondness for the finer things of life. Personally, my favorite indulgences are really good food, and the occasional pair of designer jeans.

For the vast majority of people, that’s probably the norm. Maybe you treat yourself to something fancy a few times a year, after your tax return or on your birthday.

But, while we’re chowing down on fancy bacon-themed foods and buying ourselves a new pair of shoes, we should take care not to forget those more fortunate than us. Much, much more fortunate.

Because presumably, there is someone out there who is able to buy this spectacular astronomy-themed watch, which retails for a cool $198,000. And honestly, if you can afford this watch, why wouldn’t you buy it? It is incredibly gorgeous.

Made by the acclaimed fine jewelry company Van Cleef & Arpels, this beautiful timepiece tracks the movements of the six of the eight planets with tiny cabochon jewels set in tracks around the watch’s face. Meanwhile, a tiny golden shooting star keeps time here on earth. It’s almost like a wearable version of this beautiful footage of deep space.

The six planets on the watch are the only planets visible from earth: Mercury, Venus, Earth, Mars, Jupiter, and Saturn. They rotate around the watch face in real time, meaning that Mercury, with the shortest orbit, will circle the watch every 88 days, while Saturn won’t complete a circuit for nearly 30 years!

If you’re ready to start saving up for this beautiful piece of art, please SHARE on Facebook!

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/beautiful-space-themed-watch/feed/0She Beautifully Decorates A Red Velvet Cake With Lace And Powdered Sugarhttp://www.littlethings.com/decorate-cake-lace-powdered-confectioners-sugar-diy/
http://www.littlethings.com/decorate-cake-lace-powdered-confectioners-sugar-diy/#commentsFri, 31 Jul 2015 19:24:02 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=766016People love red velvet cake. But what exactly is it? I mean, red velvet isn’t a flavor. First, a little about it’s interesting history. Red velvet cake was born when bakers started using boiled beet juices to enhance the color of their cakes when foods were rationed during World War II. Beets are actually found in... View Article

First, a little about it’s interesting history. Red velvet cake was born when bakers started using boiled beet juices to enhance the color of their cakes when foods were rationed during World War II. Beets are actually found in some red velvet cake recipes today, which can also help to retain moisture.

This technique was especially popular in the south, and it soon became part of the region’s distinctive cuisine. In fact, its current popularity was sparked in part by the Louisiana-set movie Steel Magnolias, which included a red velvet groom’s cake made in the shape of an armadillo.

Yet, being that the cake’s basic ingredients are buttermilk, butter, cocoa, and flour, it’s essentially chocolate cake dyed red by either food coloring or beets. The crimson cake is typically topped with cream cheese or buttermilk frosting — but does it have to be?

Here at LittleThings we say nay! Why not try a new topping?Like lace!

So, we decided make edible lace to creatively decorate a red velvet cake — and the result is stunning!

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/decorate-cake-lace-powdered-confectioners-sugar-diy/feed/0He Opens The Door Of A Forgotten Shed That Has Been Sitting Untouched For 60 Yearshttp://www.littlethings.com/66-years-forgotten-shed/
http://www.littlethings.com/66-years-forgotten-shed/#commentsFri, 31 Jul 2015 19:22:53 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=767296Imagine you come across an old shed that seems to be in pretty good shape. The windows seem fogged up from years and years of dirt buildup, so you can't look inside. Your imagination begins to wander: "what could be inside?" you wonder. You push gently on the front door, but it's either locked or,... View Article

]]>Imagine you come across an old shed that seems to be in pretty good shape. The windows seem fogged up from years and years of dirt buildup, so you can’t look inside. Your imagination begins to wander: “what could be inside?” you wonder.

You push gently on the front door, but it’s either locked or, after years of battling the elements, the door has melded together with the frame. You find yourself pushing harder and harder against the door, trying to force it open and after several minutes it finally gives way and you fly forward into the small shed.

It’s hot and has the musty scent of antiques; you swat away an old spiderweb and quickly realize that this shed hasn’t had a human inside since 1955. For 60 years this old shed has sat alone and forgotten and filled with countless mysteries and antiques!

As you rifle through the amazing objects of the past, your heart is suddenly filled with a respect and reverence for the generations that have come before you. As you look through antique after antique you can’t help but smile as you think of your own parents, grandparents, and even great-grandparents if you were lucky enough to have met them.

While nothing found in this old shed is worth millions of dollars, the feeling of discovering them is priceless. The excitement of leafing through old papers, and looking at old advertisements is something that no one can truly explain. What would you do if you came across something this amazing? Let us know in the comments below!

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/66-years-forgotten-shed/feed/0They Made Tiny Safety Road Signs For The City’s Adorable Residentshttp://www.littlethings.com/tiny-animal-road-signs/
http://www.littlethings.com/tiny-animal-road-signs/#commentsFri, 31 Jul 2015 19:17:17 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=764606We all try to be the best drivers we can be when we're on the road. We do our best to ensure safety measures, because we wouldn't want anyone to get hurt. But people aren't the only ones who've been victims of vehicular accidents. Animals have also suffered terrible ordeals due to human mishaps. That's why... View Article

That’s why CLINIC 212, a marketing and communications firm based in Lithuania, started a project to help protect these animals. Their latest installation, #TinyRoadSign, aims to enable driver awareness around areas that are wooded, or that are populated by animals.

Most importantly, the project serves to remind us that humans aren’t the only ones who inhabit a city and compose its vitality. Read on to find out how this incredible team helped make the city a safer place for animals.

What did you think of this creative city project? Let us know in the comments, and please SHARE!

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/tiny-animal-road-signs/feed/0Watch This Baby Elephant Chase Some Pesky Birdshttp://www.littlethings.com/elephant-chases-birds/
http://www.littlethings.com/elephant-chases-birds/#commentsFri, 31 Jul 2015 19:14:05 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=757496Part of the beauty of going on safari is that you never know exactly what you'll wind up seeing. When you head out there to see wild animals in their natural habitat, there's no knowing just what it is they'll be up to at that time. Some people set out with a checklist of animals that they... View Article

]]>Part of the beauty of going on safari is that you never know exactly what you’ll wind up seeing. When you head out there to see wild animals in their natural habitat, there’s no knowing just what it is they’ll be up to at that time.

Some people set out with a checklist of animals that they hope to encounter, and others simply try to take as many photos as possible.

If I were to go on safari, the one thing on the top of my list that I wouldn’t leave without experiencing is seeing a baby elephant.

I know, I know — I could go to my local zoo and see an equally cute baby elephant for a couple of bucks. But something about seeing these adorable animals in the wild seems much better…especially when they are doing particularly cute stuff like chasing away birds and flapping around their ears right before your eyes!

That’s what this group of tourists got to see…and I will be jealous until I get to do the same! Check it out below.

A few weeks ago, the Huffington Post shared a video so sweet we wouldn’t sure there’d be any way to trump it. (For those who missed out, bear witness to the cuteness overload that is puppies meeting baby animals.) But lo! They’ve another adorable fur baby video, this time of puppies meeting strange household objects (because let’s be honest: when you’re a puppy, what isn’t strange?).

Pet owners, you’ll probably want to bookmark this one now — it may remind you of your own little ones getting to know the world around them.

Look on in wonder as a months-old puppy tries desperately to make sense of Newton’s cradle. A chichuahua takes on a massive raccoon (albeit a fake, puppy-safe stuffed one), and a pile of rope becomes the greatest unexpected chew toy for a teething baby. And if there’s one thing that proves that puppies love slides just as much as their child companions, it’s the baby bulldog in this video who finds his happy place atop a toddler’s play structure.

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/adorable-puppies-vs-random-household-items/feed/0A Police Officer Pulls Over 5 Old Ladies For THIS. The Reason Is PRICELESS!http://www.littlethings.com/cop-police-pulls-over-old-lady-joke-funny/
http://www.littlethings.com/cop-police-pulls-over-old-lady-joke-funny/#commentsFri, 31 Jul 2015 19:06:38 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=767196Police officers have never had it easy, but lately, there has been a lot of negativity directed towards our boys (and girls!) in blue. This isn’t completely fair, either. For every “bad cop,” there’s plenty of good, hardworking officers who just want to do what is right and help keep the peace. And although they... View Article

]]>Police officers have never had it easy, but lately, there has been a lot of negativity directed towards our boys (and girls!) in blue.

This isn’t completely fair, either. For every “bad cop,” there’s plenty of good, hardworking officers who just want to do what is right and help keep the peace.

And although they play an authoritative role in our society, they are well-rounded people who, just like us, have lives, families, interests, and distinctive personalities. Which means a cop is as likely to have as good a sense of humor as baker, plumber, or lawyer who likes to see the latest Judd Apatow movie or check out a comedy club once in a while.

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/cop-police-pulls-over-old-lady-joke-funny/feed/0Rescuers Rush To Save A Donkey Trapped In A Wellhttp://www.littlethings.com/donkey-rescue-animal-aid-unlimited/
http://www.littlethings.com/donkey-rescue-animal-aid-unlimited/#commentsFri, 31 Jul 2015 19:01:27 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=767531When it comes to amazing animal rescues, not many videos can compare to the work done by Animal Aid Unlimited. Based in Udaipur, Rajasthan, India, these heroes truly go above and beyond to help animals who are truly helpless. The stray dog overpopulation in India is worse than any other area in the world. As you can see... View Article

]]>When it comes to amazing animal rescues, not many videos can compare to the work done by Animal Aid Unlimited.

Based in Udaipur, Rajasthan, India, these heroes truly go above and beyond to help animals who are truly helpless. The stray dog overpopulation in India is worse than any other area in the world. As you can see in heart wrenching videos like this rescue of a dog suffering from the deadly disease distemper, these animals are also some of the sickest on the planet.

However, it’s not just dogs who have angels in this country with nearly 180 million people. In the following video, we see good Samaritans come to the rescue of an animal who was desperate for help. A donkey had lost his way and fallen into a deep well, with no way to get himself out. He was trapped and crying for help, but luckily, some heroes heard his cries and knew exactly what to do.

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/donkey-rescue-animal-aid-unlimited/feed/0Grieving Mom Pleas For Robber To Return Stolen Hospital Braceletshttp://www.littlethings.com/hospital-bracelet-sad/
http://www.littlethings.com/hospital-bracelet-sad/#commentsFri, 31 Jul 2015 19:00:23 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=766951Casey Paige Kilcup was devastated to find that someone had broken into her car and stolen her wallet, but she didn't care about the money -- she only cared about what was inside. Kilcup's son was born on September 12 but died four months later. Like any mother would be, she is still grieving. “Ever... View Article

]]>Casey Paige Kilcup was devastated to find that someone had broken into her car and stolen her wallet, but she didn’t care about the money — she only cared about what was inside.

Kilcup’s son was born on September 12 but died four months later. Like any mother would be, she is still grieving.

“Ever since he was born, all he did was smile,” Kilcup told WBZ-TV.

The mother would keep her son’s hospital bracelets in her wallet as a token to remember him.

“Those bracelets were on my son and I the day he was born, the same son that passed away in January. Since then we have saved every item of his, and I carried those bracelets to remind me of how blessed I am to be the mother of an angel,” Kilcup said in a Facebook post.

Kilcup’s post has been shared 3,000 times, she hopes the thief will see it and return the special item.

“So please if you see this, know that I will pray for you, I am so sorry for you and the difficult life circumstances you must face, but please, bring back my baby boys things, no questions asked, I already forgive you,” she wrote.

See her heartbreaking story below and how her community is helping her.

SHARE to help Kilcup track down the robber and get her hospital bracelets back!

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/hospital-bracelet-sad/feed/0What Your Favorite Pie Reveals About Your Personalityhttp://www.littlethings.com/pie-personality-quiz/
http://www.littlethings.com/pie-personality-quiz/#commentsFri, 31 Jul 2015 18:46:43 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=758831It's wrong to say that tastes and preferences dictate who you are as a person. But they definitely do say a lot about what you like to have in your life, and that's why they can identify elements of your personality. One thing does unite all of us, however: food. You know what you like... View Article

One thing does unite all of us, however: food. You know what you like to eat, and you know what you don’t like. Take pie, for example. Everyone has a favorite kind. The American Pie Council tallied all our favorites, and revealed that apple pie was the national favorite (at an impressive 19 percent).

But pies come in all shapes and sizes, in all colors, flavors, and textures. Just like people, they are each unique in their own ways, and reflect distinct characters.

Take a look at the pies featured below, and pick the one that you’re the most drawn to, or that you most enjoy savoring, and see what key attributes are associated with it.

Was it accurate? Let us know in the comments, and please SHARE with friends and family to compare your results!

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/pie-personality-quiz/feed/0Baby Sloth Snuggling With His Teddy Bear Will Instantly Melt Your Heart!http://www.littlethings.com/baby-sloth-teddy-bear/
http://www.littlethings.com/baby-sloth-teddy-bear/#commentsFri, 31 Jul 2015 18:27:46 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=767126London Zoo's animal specialist Kelly-Anne Kelleher may just have the best job ever! After the zoo recently welcomed a tiny baby sloth, the seven-week-old's mother stopped producing milk. Without hesitation, Kelleher proudly took on the role of the sloth baby's surrogate mom. The tiny two-toed sloth Edward, named after Edward Scissorhands, is being bottle-fed every three... View Article

]]>London Zoo’s animal specialist Kelly-Anne Kelleher may just have the best job ever! After the zoo recently welcomed a tiny baby sloth, the seven-week-old’s mother stopped producing milk. Without hesitation, Kelleher proudly took on the role of the sloth baby’s surrogate mom.

The tiny two-toed sloth Edward, named after Edward Scissorhands, is being bottle-fed every three hours by Kelleher, who tops off the goats milk with vitamins to keep him fit and healthy. In addition, the zookeeper customized the sloth-teddy bear from the zoo’s gift shop with carbines so it can be hung from a branch, and Edward can climb on and strengthen his little limbs.

“I want the baby to use all the muscles that he’d be using if he was on his mother,” she said. “He is able to climb all the way around the teddy and make himself comfy however he wants to be.”

In the video, Edward snuggles with the teddy bear, and it might just be the cutest thing in the world! We challenge anyone not to instantly fall in love with little Edward.

Keepers hope that once the sloth starts feeding himself and puts on weight, he will be reintroduced to his natural family. The young sloth will become part of the European breeding program for his species, the Zoological Society of London said.

If this baby sloth made you smile, please SHARE this cute video with your friends on Facebook.

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/baby-sloth-teddy-bear/feed/0How Three Generations Of Kids Define Fun Will Leave You Concerned For The Futurehttp://www.littlethings.com/nature-valley-kids-define-fun-nature/
http://www.littlethings.com/nature-valley-kids-define-fun-nature/#commentsFri, 31 Jul 2015 18:20:48 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=765571What did you do for fun when you were a kid? I don't know about you, but I often find myself longing for the days before smart phones, selfie sticks, video games, and yes, even YouTube. Technology has brought us some truly amazing things over the years, but it's hard to deny that it has also... View Article

Kids today are so obsessed with technology that I’m worried about future generations. It seems like we live in a world where children would much much rather spend hours in front of the TV instead of playing outdoors with friends.

This video has gone viral just a few days after being posted to YouTube and it has everyone talking. In the video, they ask three different generations – kids, their parents and their grandparents — what they do/did for fun growing up. The answers, as you can predict, vary greatly. Grandma used to pick blueberries, while Dad loves playing baseball. When one girl says she would just die without her iPad, my stomach turned.

The poignant ad has surprisingly caused a lot of backlash, with people claiming it sounds like an old person crying “back in my day,” but I couldn’t disagree more. I think this ad is a much-needed wake up call for both kids and their parents to get back in touch with mother nature.

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/nature-valley-kids-define-fun-nature/feed/0Philo Gravitt Hopes That God Will Forgive The Men Who Attacked Himhttp://www.littlethings.com/god-forgive-men-who-attacked/
http://www.littlethings.com/god-forgive-men-who-attacked/#commentsFri, 31 Jul 2015 18:19:39 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=767131This man is a truly good person, and an inspiration for us all! It takes a lot to forgive someone who has harmed you. It takes an even bigger heart to hope that God will forgive those who have done wrong. Philo Gravitt is one such big-hearted individual. Even after being “robbed, ran [sic] over, and... View Article

Philo Gravitt is one such big-hearted individual. Even after being “robbed, ran [sic] over, and left for dead,” Gravitt still hopes that God will have mercy on the three men that attacked him.

Gravitt, an Oklahoma resident in his seventies, was walking his dog when the men pulled up to him in a pickup truck. They asked him for directions and a few dollars for gas, both of which he gave them willingly and with an open heart.

But the criminals took advantage of his generous spirit. Not satisfied with a few dollars, they tried to grab the whole billfold. But Gravitt, a retired firefighter and Army veteran, wasn’t going to give up without a fight.

He hung on as they drove off. They dragged him for several feet through the open truck door, and, when he eventually fell, they ran over his leg and sped off.

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/god-forgive-men-who-attacked/feed/0Famous Pop Star Gives Teen Fan The Surprise Of Her Lifehttp://www.littlethings.com/justin-bieber-fan-surprise/
http://www.littlethings.com/justin-bieber-fan-surprise/#commentsFri, 31 Jul 2015 18:18:21 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=767236Justin Bieber gave one of his teen fans the surprise of a lifetime. Sure he sometimes gets some bad press, but Bieber seems to love his fans as much as Taylor Swift. On Tuesday night's episode of the now axed Fox series, Knock Knock Live, Bieber showed up at the teen's house to give her the quinceañera she was never... View Article

]]>Justin Bieber gave one of his teen fans the surprise of a lifetime. Sure he sometimes gets some bad press, but Bieber seems to love his fans as much as Taylor Swift.

On Tuesday night’s episode of the now axed Fox series, Knock Knock Live, Bieber showed up at the teen’s house to give her the quinceañera she was never able to have. When Ashley opened the door she became dumbfounded seeing the pop star standing in front of her.

“This is crazy. I’m like literally shaking right now,” Ashley said.

After giving Ashley a gown to wear, the Baby singer took her to a hall where her family and friends waited to celebrate with her.

Ashley was diagnosed with meningitis last year preventing her from having her quinceañera, a Latin American tradition celebrating a girl’s 15th birthday. She had been planning it for three years.

“It was just a mother’s worst nightmare because she’s all I have,” said her mother, Crystal Ramos. “She’s my world.”

Throughout her difficult struggle, Ashley listened to Bieber’s song “Pray” and it helped her get through.

“I listened to that song over and over in the hospital,” Ashley said. “It’s so inspirational.”

Wait till you see Ashley dance with her idol at the end of the clip – so touching!

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/justin-bieber-fan-surprise/feed/0Transform An Ordinary Pillbox Into A Traveling Medicine Cabinet!http://www.littlethings.com/pillbox-medicine-cabinet/
http://www.littlethings.com/pillbox-medicine-cabinet/#commentsFri, 31 Jul 2015 18:17:14 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=765021I am the kind of person who has to be prepared for anything, anywhere, anytime. Call me paranoid, but I hate the idea of getting stranded without some everyday essentials. So it goes without saying that my massive purse is my lifeline. Snacks, wipes, medicine, toilet paper — this bag has everything I could ever... View Article

]]>I am the kind of person who has to be prepared for anything, anywhere, anytime. Call me paranoid, but I hate the idea of getting stranded without some everyday essentials.

So it goes without saying that my massive purse is my lifeline. Snacks, wipes, medicine, toilet paper — this bag haseverything I could ever need.

What it doesn’t have, however, is space. Thanks to my stash of essentials, my purse is practically bursting from the seams. But without leaving some supplies at home, there’s really not much I can do about it.

Well, that’s what I thought before stumbling upon thisbrilliant life hack anyway! Thanks to this incredible idea, my purse can now carry all of my over-the-counter needs, but without any of the clunky packaging.

To do this yourself, all you’ll need is a 7-day pill organizer, assorted medicines, scissors, and tape. In mere moments, you’ll have a tiny medicine cabinet that goes where you do.

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/pillbox-medicine-cabinet/feed/0Man Fishing From Paddle Board Is Shocked When He Catches Huge 7-Foot Fishhttp://www.littlethings.com/paddle-board-fishy-fish/
http://www.littlethings.com/paddle-board-fishy-fish/#commentsFri, 31 Jul 2015 18:15:37 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=767071Captain Ben Chancey, the man standing on the paddle board in the video below, is one of those rare breeds of men who seems to actually enjoy putting his life in danger! It all started when Chancey felt like going fishing off the East Coast of Florida from his paddle board. Softly moving through the calm ocean,... View Article

]]>Captain Ben Chancey, the man standing on the paddle board in the video below, is one of those rare breeds of men who seems to actually enjoy putting his life in danger!

It all started when Chancey felt like going fishing off the East Coast of Florida from his paddle board. Softly moving through the calm ocean, Chancey got his friends together to watch him be silly in the waves.

With his trusty fishing pole in tow, he decided to see if he could catch any fish; it was such a pretty day and though he probably didn’t have a chance of catching anything interesting, he figured it was worth a shot.

So he cast out and waited. A few minutes later he suddenly felt a bite: a huge bite.

Almost instantly, Chancey knew he had something gigantic on the other end of his fishing rod. Pulling him down to his knees, and then eventually even into the water, Chancey had to do everything he could to ensure that this giant beast of the sea didn’t get away.

After what seemed like forever, Chancey finally managed to pull in a giant Goliath Grouper. The 7-foot long beast was measured and weighed in at 400 pounds before being re-released back into the ocean. What an exciting video!

As of right now this giant catch is the first and only known Grouper to be caught off of a stand-up paddle board, so congratulations should go to the brave Chancey!

Have you ever caught something this big before? Let us know in the comments below!

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/paddle-board-fishy-fish/feed/0Owners Reunite With Their Dogs Left In Hands Of Untrustworthy Womanhttp://www.littlethings.com/gayle-justice-arrested/
http://www.littlethings.com/gayle-justice-arrested/#commentsFri, 31 Jul 2015 18:14:20 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=761806Peter Hall and his family left their two beloved dogs with a Texas woman named Gayle Justice while on a vacation. The family believed their dogs were in good hands, especially since Justice sent them a heartwarming video of their pooches. The family, however, had no idea that the 69-year-old was keeping the dogs in... View Article

]]>Peter Hall and his family left their two beloved dogs with a Texas woman named Gayle Justice while on a vacation. The family believed their dogs were in good hands, especially since Justice sent them a heartwarming video of their pooches.

The family, however, had no idea that the 69-year-old was keeping the dogs in deplorable conditions in Ellis County along with dozens of other canines, three cats, and a bird.

The Halls are just one of many families who trusted Justice and whose dogs were kept in filthy conditions, Fox 4 reports. Many were kept in cages with feces and urine. There were also twenty deceased dogs found in Justice’s backyard.

Luckily, there’s a happy ending for many of the dogs. The video below shows the moment some owners were reunited with their pets, including a very emotional one between Courtney Galbreath and her pooch at the 1:15 mark. Galbreath thought her dog was traveling with an elderly couple as a therapy dog for 10 years.

“We thought we were giving her to a good home. Obviously we were wrong,” she said.

The animals are now in the hands of the SPCA in Dallas. The dogs that aren’t claimed will eventually be put up for adoption.

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/gayle-justice-arrested/feed/0National Geographic Captures Stunning Images Of The Sky In Time-Lapse Videohttp://www.littlethings.com/sky-time-lapse/
http://www.littlethings.com/sky-time-lapse/#commentsFri, 31 Jul 2015 17:57:55 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=766466Our planet is a beautiful and wondrous thing to behold. As so many people willingly destroy and pollute our small blue jewel, it's videos like these that really help put everything into perspective. It's easy to feel important and big until you watch this awe-inspiring clip of nature. From the amazing people at National Geographic,... View Article

]]>Our planet is a beautiful and wondrous thing to behold. As so many people willingly destroy and pollute our small blue jewel, it’s videos like these that really help put everything into perspective. It’s easy to feel important and big until you watch this awe-inspiring clip of nature.

From the amazing people at National Geographic, this is a time-lapse video that really captures the utter beauty of the sky. At the one-minute mark, when the beautiful blue sky appears on the right only to be separated by the huge and angry storm-clouds to the left, it becomes clear how powerful mother nature can truly be.

As a storm materializes at the 1:35 mark, one can’t help but suddenly feel a sense of dread mixed in with wonder as the powerful black clouds form into one superstorm. Appearing as a whirlpool in the sky, watching the clouds move at this speed makes it almost seem as if you’re underwater looking up to the surface. As the angry waves roll in and out there is nothing you can do but smile at the sheer beauty of it all.

It’s hard to believe, after watching these beautiful images, that there are people out there who value money and power over the clear blue sky and the green trees of the rainforest.

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/sky-time-lapse/feed/0Twin Boys Get In An Argument, Then Make Up In The Cutest Way Possiblehttp://www.littlethings.com/twins-boys-get-argument-make-cutest-way-possible/
http://www.littlethings.com/twins-boys-get-argument-make-cutest-way-possible/#commentsFri, 31 Jul 2015 17:38:55 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=766606Being the oldest child can be a lot of responsibility. Speaking from personal experience, I can tell you that you are expected to pioneer a lot of things for your younger sibs, sometimes leaving them behind in the process. As a result, oldest kids can have a real independent streak. They have to work hard... View Article

]]>Being the oldest child can be a lot of responsibility. Speaking from personal experience, I can tell you that you are expected to pioneer a lot of things for your younger sibs, sometimes leaving them behind in the process.

I always thought that maybe this rule didn’t apply to twins, who are usually just minutes apart in age, and often share hobbies and talents. Then I saw this hilarious video, and it totally proved me wrong. As it turns out, little Michael is a little bit more venturesome than his slightly-younger twin, JonMichael.

According to their mother, JonMichael prefers to look before he leaps, and utilize the buddy system when it comes to trying new things. Michael likes to go it alone, and jump right into any new exploit. But, as you can see from the video, they are both learning to work together!

As mom Tonja explains in a comment on Facebook, “My goal is to teach them to love, care and stick together as brothers. I want them to keep one another accountable and to remain connected…to be each others [sic] keepers.”

If this is the cutest thing you’ve seen all day, please SHARE with your friends!

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/twins-boys-get-argument-make-cutest-way-possible/feed/0A Photo Of An Officer And A Baby Girl Is Going Viralhttp://www.littlethings.com/cop-holds-baby-photos/
http://www.littlethings.com/cop-holds-baby-photos/#commentsFri, 31 Jul 2015 17:37:33 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=766571A photo of a North Carolina police officer holding a baby girl is going viral on social media, but it’s what happened before that’s even more incredible. The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department shared the photo on its Facebook page on Tuesday and it's received more than 20,000 likes. Like the officer who went viral for helping... View Article

Officers Jarka and Chomicki responded to a local call about an argument between two neighbors. The police officers were able to end the dispute peacefully and even had both men shake hands.

One of the men, who was holding his daughter in his arms, was shocked when he noticed the baby girl take a liking to Officer Chomicki. She even wanted the cop to hold her. The father told officers he was stunned because his daughter rarely lets anyone hold her. In turn, he asked the officer to document the precious moment with a photo.

“The man wanted to give the ‘peace’ sign because peace=police. The compassion and understanding that Officer Jarka and Officer Chomicki showed this neighborhood further strengthened the bond between the police and the community,” the CMPD wrote on their Facebook page.

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/cop-holds-baby-photos/feed/0Community Steps In To Help After A Thief Is Caught On Camera Stealing A Child’s iPadhttp://www.littlethings.com/toddler-thief/
http://www.littlethings.com/toddler-thief/#commentsFri, 31 Jul 2015 17:07:51 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=766101Security cameras caught a terrifying incident in a Tamarac, Florida beauty salon. Police are currently on the lookout for a thief who was caught robbing a 4-year-old. While his mother was being trained at the hair salon, Alejandro watched cartoons on his iPad. A young man came into the store and asked the little boy... View Article

]]>Security cameras caught a terrifying incident in a Tamarac, Florida beauty salon. Police are currently on the lookout for a thief who was caught robbing a 4-year-old.

While his mother was being trained at the hair salon, Alejandro watched cartoons on his iPad.

A young man came into the store and asked the little boy if his mom was there. She was standing right across from him, but when she turned her head for literally one second, the thief snatched the iPad from the boy’s hands and ran away.

According to CBS Miami, the boy’s mom and the salon owner chased the thief outside, but they lost him when he hopped over a fence.

While Alejandro’s perp may not have been caught, the little boy is still having the last laugh. When Olympic Gold Medalist Howard Davis Jr. heard his story, he and his family went to the salon to make things right.

We love a story with a happy ending! See the shocking footage of the theft and what Davis did to help below.

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/toddler-thief/feed/0Strangers Give Wounded Warrior The Surprise Puppy Of His Dreamshttp://www.littlethings.com/marine-gets-surprise-puppy/
http://www.littlethings.com/marine-gets-surprise-puppy/#commentsFri, 31 Jul 2015 17:05:12 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=766916In 2010, Marine Cpl. Justin McLoud was crossing a bridge in Afghanistan when a fellow soldier stepped on a hidden IED. McLoud survived the blast, but he needed to have both of his legs and his left arm amputated. When he returned home to his wife and young son, McLoud battled a whole new set... View Article

]]>In 2010, Marine Cpl. Justin McLoud was crossing a bridge in Afghanistan when a fellow soldier stepped on a hidden IED. McLoud survived the blast, but he needed to have both of his legs and his left arm amputated. When he returned home to his wife and young son, McLoud battled a whole new set of challenges as an amputee. And though it was difficult to imagine just holding a puppy in his arms, the hero spent years dreaming of dealing with these new challenges with a loyal service dog by his side.

That’s when a couple of complete strangers entered McLoud’s life, only he had no idea the plan in store. Activists Sue McNamara and Nick Hall heard about the sacrifice McLoud made for our country, so they decided to make his ultimate dream come true.

As McLoud left a local restaurant, he had no idea a camera crew was waiting for him outside, or that Sue and Nick had a special surprise — a seven-week-old black labrador puppy who was ready to begin working with McLoud as his service dog. The moment Sue placed his adorable new companion in his arms, I couldn’t help but tear up. McLoud is speechless, but grinning from ear-to-ear. If anyone has ever deserved to own a dog, it’s this heroic man.

Watch the heartwarming surprise below, and please SHARE this awesome ending with your friends on Facebook!

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/marine-gets-surprise-puppy/feed/0Hilarious Doctor Distracts Baby While Giving Him Shotshttp://www.littlethings.com/cute-baby-gets-his-shots/
http://www.littlethings.com/cute-baby-gets-his-shots/#commentsFri, 31 Jul 2015 16:55:30 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=766626This cute little baby can't get enough of this hilarious doctor and after you watch this, you're going to wish all doctors had this kind of bedside manner. Cool doc knows he's gonna blow his cover: he's not really just a nice guy with a funny face and a knack for peek-a-boo, he's got to give... View Article

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/cute-baby-gets-his-shots/feed/0Kyle The Dog Is Too Big For His New Tiny Bedhttp://www.littlethings.com/this-dog-is-too-big/
http://www.littlethings.com/this-dog-is-too-big/#commentsFri, 31 Jul 2015 16:53:27 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=766176There are people out there who think that animals, and especially dogs, don't have feelings. But when you watch this adorably funny video, you'll easily see it for a fact that not only are dogs intelligent and self aware, but they also have an odd sense of humor too! The big and beautiful pooch goes... View Article

]]>There are people out there who think that animals, and especially dogs, don’t have feelings. But when you watch this adorably funny video, you’ll easily see it for a fact that not only are dogs intelligent and self aware, but they also have an odd sense of humor too!

The big and beautiful pooch goes by the name of Kyle, and when he and his smaller friend Andy were both given their own special beds, Kyle decided he wanted to use Andy’s instead. For whatever reason Kyle loved the cozy comfort provided by such a small bed.

Dogs do odd things when it comes to their beds. It’s obvious that dogs have things that they like and things that they don’t like; every dog is different, and they all have special tastes. Below, watch Kyle do everything he can before he decides he’s finally comfortable!

Kyle looks so sweet turning around and around before he finally lays down; while there’s no way we could ever know why he likes laying in the smaller bed, that doesn’t matter. What matters is that this sweet pooch has something that he enjoys as his own, for whatever reason he loves it, and if he can love one of his own possessions then that certainly means he’s fully aware and has feelings for other things, people, and animals as well!

So if anyone you know ever says “dogs don’t have feelings,” take them to this page so they can watch this adorable video!

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/this-dog-is-too-big/feed/0Neglected Foal That Was Close To Death Is Now Britain’s Tallest Horsehttp://www.littlethings.com/britains-tallest-horse/
http://www.littlethings.com/britains-tallest-horse/#commentsFri, 31 Jul 2015 16:15:04 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=766371Four years ago, Sovereign faced certain death. The foal was so neglected and underweight that even the slightest touch would have knocked the horse to the ground. But thanks to his new owner Paul Evans, and a huge growth spurt, Sovereign now rules as Britain's tallest horse at a whooping 10ft! Better yet? This massive... View Article

]]>Four years ago, Sovereign faced certain death. The foal was so neglected and underweight that even the slightest touch would have knocked the horse to the ground. But thanks to his new owner Paul Evans, and a huge growth spurt, Sovereign now rules as Britain’s tallest horse at a whooping 10ft! Better yet? This massive beast is still growing.

Now that the giant shire horse has been cared for and brought back to good health, Sovereign is set to overtake the current world record–holding horse, who is an astonishing 7 feet tall.

“I never believed he would grow into such a monster – and he’s still growing. He’s wonderful and I’m delighted I bought him. Because he’s still young he’s still got years of growth in front of him,” Evans told Yahoo News.

Sovereign is now kept at Green Farm in Caverswall, Staffordshire along with Evans’ two other shire horses: Poppy and Sovereign’s half-sister Ruby. Sovereign is a special kind of horse and his miraculous recovery since he was found neglected is so amazing.

Please SHARE this incredible comeback story with all your friends on Facebook.

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/britains-tallest-horse/feed/0Jordan The Dog Proves That She Can Obey Written Commandshttp://www.littlethings.com/jordan-dog-proves-can-obey-written-commands/
http://www.littlethings.com/jordan-dog-proves-can-obey-written-commands/#commentsFri, 31 Jul 2015 16:13:25 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=765066You know how everyone likes to think that their kid is the smartest one in the class? It’s kind of a similar phenomenon with dogs. Everyone thinks that their dog is the smartest and most capable animal on earth, including me. Unfortunately, in my case, my dog is probably not actually the brightest, and my eyes are... View Article

]]>You know how everyone likes to think that their kid is the smartest one in the class? It’s kind of a similar phenomenon with dogs.

Everyone thinks that their dog is the smartest and most capable animal on earth, including me. Unfortunately, in my case, my dog is probably not actually the brightest, and my eyes are just clouded with love.

Thankfully, there are plenty of other smart pups out there. Some of them can imitate babies, some of them can kind of sort of talk, and some of them are Jordan: this adorable and well-behaved Labrador…who can read!

I know, that sounds crazy, but I’m completely serious! Her owner shows her two sides of the same card. One says “down” and one says “sit.” Jordan, Einstein of dogs, is easily able to distinguish between the two words.

Granted, it could just be that she’s not really ‘reading,’ but has just learned to associate two different visual cues with two different behaviors. That said, even if she’s just good at recognizing different images, what is that if not the first stage of learning how to read?

Whether Jordan is reading or not in this video, I would like to think that by now, she’s a literary genius who spends her evenings deeply engrossed in ‘Far From The Madding Crowd’. When she writes her inevitable memoir, I’ll be first in line to buy it!

If you’re impressed by this brilliant pup, please SHARE with your friends!

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/jordan-dog-proves-can-obey-written-commands/feed/0Mangy Puppy Saved From Euthanasia Makes Heartwarming Recoveryhttp://www.littlethings.com/mangy-puppy-saved-euthanasia-makes-heartwarming-recovery/
http://www.littlethings.com/mangy-puppy-saved-euthanasia-makes-heartwarming-recovery/#commentsFri, 31 Jul 2015 16:12:17 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=766036Kristy's breed wasn't immediately apparent when she was saved from euthanasia at a local shelter. She had been living with a skin condition so serious that most of her fur was missing. Her unsightly appearance made her unadoptable, until Vet Ranch stepped in. Knowing full well that Kristy had the potential to be loved like any other puppy,... View Article

]]>Kristy’s breed wasn’t immediately apparent when she was saved from euthanasia at a local shelter. She had been living with a skin condition so serious that most of her fur was missing. Her unsightly appearance made her unadoptable, until Vet Ranch stepped in.

Knowing full well that Kristy had the potential to be loved like any other puppy, Vet Ranch’s Dr. Karri stepped in. She was shaking and deeply wary of the humans around her. But over the course of the next few weeks, things began to change for this mangy orphan.

Her only course of treatment being special mange shampoo and a fair amount of TLC, Karri began growing her hair back almost immediately. Blankets and towels helped keep her warm, and attentive play sessions helped improve her spirits. In just a few short weeks, Kristy’s skin condition had completely disappeared, her hair had fully grown back, and she was a playful, happy puppy waiting for adoption into her forever home, something she’d never have known if not for the volunteers and donation that make Vet Ranch possible.

Thanks to these good Samaritans, another pet has been saved from needless euthanasia. If you’d like to learn more about their nonprofit, head over to their website.

Please SHARE this story as a reminder that every pet deserves a chance at a happy life!

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/mangy-puppy-saved-euthanasia-makes-heartwarming-recovery/feed/0Hollywood Actress Angers Many After Leaving Her Dog In The Carhttp://www.littlethings.com/jennifer-beals-hot-car/
http://www.littlethings.com/jennifer-beals-hot-car/#commentsFri, 31 Jul 2015 16:10:07 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=766206Hollywood actress Jennifer Beals was caught in some controversy after she was spotted leaving her dog in her car in Vancouver on Wednesday. A concerned passerby saw the dog in the vehicle and confronted Beals who replied: "It's fine. Thank you." Although the windows in the car were left open, Marcie Moriarty of the British Columbia Society for the Prevention... View Article

]]>Hollywood actress Jennifer Beals was caught in some controversy after she was spotted leaving her dog in her car in Vancouver on Wednesday.

A concerned passerby saw the dog in the vehicle and confronted Beals who replied: “It’s fine. Thank you.”

Although the windows in the car were left open, Marcie Moriarty of the British Columbia Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals said that isn’t enough to keep a dog cool in the heat, especially ones with an extra coat.

“I am not only a loving dog owner but a discerning one. The morning was a cool 73 degrees. I, and others, were wearing jackets. I rolled all four windows down and left the car for five minutes to pick up laundry, my car visible to me the entire time,” the 51-year-old said in a statement. “I wondered why two people were congregated by my car taking pictures of my girl. Proud mama thought it was because she’s so gorgeous. While I appreciate their vigilance and what must have felt like courage on their part, they were barking up the wrong tree.”

Watch the video below and please SHARE with all the dog owners you know!

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/jennifer-beals-hot-car/feed/0Chihuahua Puppy Thinks She’s A Baby Goathttp://www.littlethings.com/chihuahua-puppy-goat/
http://www.littlethings.com/chihuahua-puppy-goat/#commentsFri, 31 Jul 2015 15:37:31 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=766116The barnyard is getting bigger at Sunflower Farm; their latest addition is a tiny, 8-week-old Chihuahua puppy named Lola. The farm, famous for their pajama-wearing baby goats, captured the amazing moment the puppy met her goat pals for the first time — and it's adorable! "On her first day at the farm, she was feeling a little... View Article

]]>The barnyard is getting bigger at Sunflower Farm; their latest addition is a tiny, 8-week-old Chihuahua puppy named Lola. The farm, famous for their pajama-wearing baby goats, captured the amazing moment the puppy met her goat pals for the first time — and it’s adorable!

“On her first day at the farm, she was feeling a little shy, but as soon as she saw the goat kids (Princess Leia and Lady Bug), she warmed right up,” the owners wrote on YouTube.

As you can see, the tiny puppy is having a bit of an identity crisis and thinks she’s a baby goat. She plays with the kids in the open field and fits right in. The tiny puppy even follows the goats around, and it’s only a matter of time until Lola perfects the perfect goat leap, so she can fit in with the kids.

“Interestingly our older dogs, an English Mastiff and a pug are not at all interested in Lola, so it looks like she will have to depend on the goats for fun and games!” they added.

Watching these clumsy 2-week-old goats playing with their new puppy pal is just an endless amount of cuteness. Now, if only this clip was a little longer. Don’t you agree?!

If these cute unlikely pals made you smile, please SHARE this video with all your friends and family on Facebook.

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/chihuahua-puppy-goat/feed/0This DIY Sprinkles Recipes Uses Three Ingredients That Everyone Hashttp://www.littlethings.com/diy-sprinkles-recipe/
http://www.littlethings.com/diy-sprinkles-recipe/#commentsFri, 31 Jul 2015 15:35:30 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=761181Who doesn't love sprinkles? They are a delicious way to sweeten up any treat. And if you're like my 3-year-old you will put them on just about anything. This great DIY sprinkle recipe is great because it will save you some money, sprinkles can be expensive if you require a lot of colors. It also... View Article

]]>Who doesn’t love sprinkles? They are a delicious way to sweeten up any treat. And if you’re like my 3-year-old you will put them on just about anything.

This great DIY sprinkle recipe is great because it will save you some money, sprinkles can be expensive if you require a lot of colors. It also allows you to customize your sprinkles for any occastaion, just think of all the amazing color combos.

I love this recipe because it’s something fun I can do with my kid. I already mentioned that he loves sprinkles and he got so excited when I told him we can start making them at home. This recipe is especially great for young kids because there’s no cooking time, which means no raw ingredients or hot objects.

All you’ll need is sugar icing, water, ziploc bags and a sheet of baking paper. The directions are so simple and quick. In just a few simple steps you are on your way to homemade sprinkles! You just might have to wait a little while for the icing to harden.

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/diy-sprinkles-recipe/feed/0These Bacon Weave Taco Shells Will Completely Change The Way You Do Taco Nighthttp://www.littlethings.com/bacon-taco-shells/
http://www.littlethings.com/bacon-taco-shells/#commentsFri, 31 Jul 2015 15:33:29 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=765766In my house, taco night is one of my favorite nights. I am always looking for new recipes and new ways to enjoy taco night. So naturally when I saw this recipe for making bacon taco shells, I knew that I'd absolutely be trying them. After all, bacon just happens to be another one of my... View Article

I decided not to wait for taco night, and instead made them right here in the LittleThings office. You wouldn’t believe the looks on everyone’s faces when they saw the final product. Not only did they look good, but they tasted absolutely incredible. These bacon weave tacos are about to become a regular dish in my house!

Ingredients:

2 packages bacon

1/2 lb. ground beef, cooked

Lettuce, shredded

Salsa

Sour cream

Cheddar cheese, shredded

These tasty bacon tacos are extremely easy to make and the results are truly bacon-tastic! Do you plan to try this recipe in your home? Let us know in the comments.

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/bacon-taco-shells/feed/0BBQ Bacon-Wrapped, Macaroni-And-Cheese-Stuffed Meatballs. Need I Say More?http://www.littlethings.com/bbq-bacon-macaroni-and-cheese-meatballs/
http://www.littlethings.com/bbq-bacon-macaroni-and-cheese-meatballs/#commentsFri, 31 Jul 2015 15:21:19 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=763686Growing up, one of my favorite types of food were meatballs. They are just so delicious, and there really are so many different ways to make them. I am always on the lookout for new recipes to try, so when I saw these unbelievable BBQ bacon-wrapped macaroni and cheese-stuffed meatballs, I knew I would absolutely be making... View Article

They are just so delicious, and there really are so many different ways to make them. I am always on the lookout for new recipes to try, so when I saw these unbelievable BBQ bacon-wrapped macaroni and cheese-stuffed meatballs, I knew I would absolutely be making them.

In fact, I decided to try this recipe right here in the LittleThings office. Needless to say, a lot of co-workers came wandering over to investigate the amazing smell of bacon and barbecue sauce. And not only were the results a beautiful sight to behold, they truly were one of the tastiest dishes I’ve had in a very long time!

This recipe was so simple to follow, and it took barely any time at all.

Ingredients:

1 1/2 lbs ground beef

1 onion

1 egg

1/3 cup panko bread crumbs

1/2 cup cheddar cheese, shredded

1.5 oz. cheddar cheese, cubed

1 cup macaroni and cheese, prepared and chilled

4 Tbsp. barbecue sauce

Bacon (optional)

This tasty take on meatballs has quickly become a favorite for all of us here in the LittleThings office — and I most certainly will be making them for my next barbecue!

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/bbq-bacon-macaroni-and-cheese-meatballs/feed/0Homeless Man Delivers Pregnant Woman’s Newborn Babyhttp://www.littlethings.com/homeless-man-delivers-baby/
http://www.littlethings.com/homeless-man-delivers-baby/#commentsFri, 31 Jul 2015 15:18:28 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=761251A pregnant Oklahoma City woman named Mason was driving home with her fiancee when she went into labor four weeks early. Panicked, the couple quickly pulled into the nearby truck stop and called 911. But right there on the front seat of their Honda, their daughter was born. Mason's relief turned frantic when she realized her baby girl wasn't breathing. She... View Article

]]>A pregnant Oklahoma City woman named Mason was driving home with her fiancee when she went into labor four weeks early. Panicked, the couple quickly pulled into the nearby truck stop and called 911.

But right there on the front seat of their Honda, their daughter was born. Mason’s relief turned frantic when she realized her baby girl wasn’t breathing. She screamed out for help as she watched her baby’s face turn blue. That’s when a homeless man stepped into the family’s life, and did the unthinkable.

Suddenly and out of nowhere, a drifter who the couple had never met before took the phone and let the 911 dispatcher walk him through medical instructions. Everyone surrounding the couple was frantic, yet the mystery man remained cool, calm, and collected. He freed the baby’s neck of the tightly wrapped umbilical cord, tying it off and rubbing the baby’s back as she began to breathe. His confidence and unexpected skill helped keep Mason calm.

“I would describe him as kinda like looking like Jesus,” a truck stop employee told KOTV. “He had the long hair, the long beard. Just a very nice gentleman.”

Mason and her fiancee are eternally grateful to Gary for saving their newborn daughter. Had this homeless hero not taken the phone and did what he did, she may not be alive today. “He was our angel that night, that’s for sure,” Mason said.

The man, who has since been identified as Gary Wilson, was gone by the next day after bystanders treated him to a meal and a place to sleep. He told people he was heading to Jacksonville, FL from Montana. Experts say he did everything perfectly right that fateful day at the truck stop.

Please SHARE this incredible story with your friends on Facebook. You can never judge a book by its cover — you just may be looking at a hero.

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/homeless-man-delivers-baby/feed/0This Video Proves How Exercise Can Change Your Lifehttp://www.littlethings.com/yoga-changed-her-life/
http://www.littlethings.com/yoga-changed-her-life/#commentsFri, 31 Jul 2015 15:06:57 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=764166Sure, weight loss depends on diet and exercise, but determination also plays a major role. Since it can be difficult for many people to lose weight, getting in shape would be nearly impossible without dedication and drive. The woman in the video below put all her determination in yoga, and it evidently changed her life. Through... View Article

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/yoga-changed-her-life/feed/0Girl Scout Who Beat Cancer Wins Highest Award For Helping Save Liveshttp://www.littlethings.com/girl-scout-beat-cancer-wins-highest-award/
http://www.littlethings.com/girl-scout-beat-cancer-wins-highest-award/#commentsFri, 31 Jul 2015 14:28:17 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=765636Breast cancer can affect women of any age, and it's never too soon to begin self-exams. That's the message 18-year-old Arshawna Warren is spreading far and wide through her award-winning and life-saving outreach program, an effort inspired by her own incredible story of survival. Arshawna says she was doing a routine self-exam 2 years ago just like her mother... View Article

]]>Breast cancer can affect women of any age, and it’s never too soon to begin self-exams. That’s the message 18-year-old Arshawna Warren is spreading far and wide through her award-winning and life-saving outreach program, an effort inspired by her own incredible story of survival.

Arshawna says she was doing a routine self-exam 2 years ago just like her mother and scout leader Paula Warren, also a survivor of breast cancer, had taught her to. When she noticed something abnormal, she let her mother know immediately — she was diagnosed with breast cancer at the young age of 16. “It was probably the scariest thing I’ve ever gone through in my life,” Arshawna tells WKYC-TV.

But it was Arshawna’s early detection that saved her life. Now, at 18 years old, she’s helping spread the word about self-exams and early detection through outreach and workshops. “I figured why not put a workshop on for young people about young people getting breast cancer or any type of cancer,” she says. “It’s not too early to start checking.”

It’s Arshawna’s hard work in raising awareness to save the lives of other teen girls that’s now won this life-long scout the highest possible honor — the Girl Scout Gold Award, presented to young women who “demonstrate extraordinary leadership through remarkable Take Action projects that have sustainable impact in their communities — and beyond.”

Please SHARE Arshawna’s powerful and important message with the women in your life!

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/girl-scout-beat-cancer-wins-highest-award/feed/02 Musicians Surprise Strangers In The Elevator With A Sing-A-Longhttp://www.littlethings.com/elevator-music-surprise/
http://www.littlethings.com/elevator-music-surprise/#commentsFri, 31 Jul 2015 14:17:24 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=765476Service is a smile. It is an acknowledging wave, a reaching handshake, a friendly wink, and a warm hug. It's these simple acts that matter most… - Richelle E. Goodrich Whether we are going to school or work, Mondays can be pretty tough. But one small act of kindness or care can make a difference... View Article

]]>Service is a smile. It is an acknowledging wave, a reaching handshake, a friendly wink, and a warm hug. It’s these simple acts that matter most… – Richelle E. Goodrich

Whether we are going to school or work, Mondays can be pretty tough. But one small act of kindness or care can make a difference in your day. Jubilee Project is excited to share their latest project where they enlist two musicians, Lana and Nick, to surprise people in the elevator with a private concert.

Once the unsuspected elevator riders realized they were being privately serenaded with Jackson 5′s classic pop hit “I Want You Back,” their reactions are priceless. Young, old, men, women — everyone joins in the singing as they smile, laugh, and start dancing along (except for the grumpy pizza delivery guy). It’s pure joy, and on a Monday morning no less

“We hope this video brings you some laughter and joy and remember, one small gesture can be of such great encouragement to someone around you,” the folks at Jubilee Project say.

This is the kind of random act that shows how sweet and open-hearted people can really be. Watch the video and please SHARE if you know someone who needs cheering up!

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/elevator-music-surprise/feed/0My Mom Thought Her Pit Bull Was A Killer, But She Was SO Wronghttp://www.littlethings.com/killer-pit-bull-cockatiel-rescue-rat-hero/
http://www.littlethings.com/killer-pit-bull-cockatiel-rescue-rat-hero/#commentsFri, 31 Jul 2015 14:09:15 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=762191My family has always been a golden retriever family. Ever since I can remember we’ve had the obedient, gentle, and playful copper-haired canines trotting through our house, a blue racquetball in their mouths’ so often, they’d almost look naked without them. That was until my sister decided to rescue a pit bull she named Dolores.... View Article

Ever since I can remember we’ve had the obedient, gentle, and playful copper-haired canines trotting through our house, a blue racquetball in their mouths’ so often, they’d almost look naked without them.

“More like Hurricane Dolores,” my mom would refer to her as whenever I called, her beloved pet cockatiel singing in the background.

Dolores was by no means a golden retriever. Being only a year, she had tons of puppy energy and no concept of her strength. She would aggressively pounce on any human she encountered and would break and bump into things all the time, like the cockatiel’ cage.

Dolores was also smart and quickly learned how to do things like open doors, a skill she proudly demonstrated to our family’s mailman one day while he was trying to leave a package on our front porch.

“She chased him half way down the block!” my mom told me.

Dolores was a handful, but her most pronounced personality trait was love, and it didn’t take long for my dad and sister to fall completely head-over-heels for her.

My mom, however, did not trust her, and one day she called me and said: “I think she’s killing my birds…”

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/killer-pit-bull-cockatiel-rescue-rat-hero/feed/0Cops Rescue A Toddler Left In Hot Car While Her Mom Shopped In Costcohttp://www.littlethings.com/costco-kid-toddler-hot-car-cops/
http://www.littlethings.com/costco-kid-toddler-hot-car-cops/#commentsFri, 31 Jul 2015 14:07:22 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=765586How does this keep happening?! We've all been there, wanting to run into a store for just a quick stop, while leaving a loved one in the car. However, we know the risk just isn't worth it, as the results can be truly devastating. On a hot summer day, temperatures inside a car can skyrocket in just a... View Article

We’ve all been there, wanting to run into a store for just a quick stop, while leaving a loved one in the car. However, we know the risk just isn’t worth it, as the results can be truly devastating.

On a hot summer day, temperatures inside a car can skyrocket in just a few minutes. As you can see in this video, a car quickly goes from your family’s mode of transportation to a death-trap oven. So why are people still making this deadly ‘mistake? The following video gives us a terrifyingly real look at just how dangerous this mistake can be…and how there is never any excuse to leave a child unattended.

In the video, we see first responders from Bergen County Sheriff’s Office answering a call to a crowded Costco parking lot Hackensack, NJ, where a woman had left her toddler inside her minivan to go shopping with her other daughter. If you’ve ever been to Costco, you know that there’s no such thing as a quick trip, so by the time good Samaritans found the little girl crying for help, the clock was already ticking.

Officers smashed a window and were able to get the terrified little girl out safely, but she was covered in sweat and visibly shaken. When the mother finally returns, her response to an EMT was horrifying. The mother was rightfully charged with child endangerment and the video has since gone viral overnight, continuing the “hot car” conversation.

Unfortunate accidents happen, but this needs to end before more children, elderly, disabled people and pets die…

Please SHARE this video as a reminder to people to always call police and help end these terrible tragedies.

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/costco-kid-toddler-hot-car-cops/feed/02 Sets Of Identical Twins, Switched At Birth, Reunitehttp://www.littlethings.com/2-sets-of-twins-reunite/
http://www.littlethings.com/2-sets-of-twins-reunite/#commentsFri, 31 Jul 2015 13:52:35 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=765461It seems like tales of twins separated at birth are much more common in movies and TV -- but a recent story is blowing the internet away, and it's 100% reality. The story (which is perfect for a movie plot) begins in Colombia, South America. Over 20 years ago, two sets of healthy twins were... View Article

]]>It seems like tales of twins separated at birth are much more common in movies and TV — but a recent story is blowing the internet away, and it’s 100% reality.

The story (which is perfect for a movie plot) begins in Colombia, South America. Over 20 years ago, two sets of healthy twins were born. However, one twin was accidentally switched with another. Carlos and Jorge went home from the hospital together to live in the bustling city of Bogotá. William and Wilber went home from the hospital together to live in an isolated, rural farming village.

Not only did the two sets of twins grew up experiencing life in polar opposite ways, but they also believed they each had a fraternal twin instead of an identical blood brother! Then came stunning twists, turns, and coincidences that would lead to their shocking destiny. As the boys grew older, mutual acquaintances and social media caught up with the truth. Soon, their lives were turned upside-down in the most unexpected ways.

In the video below, watch in awe as a friend films the moment William and Jorge meet for the very first time. The brothers are speechless, but it’s clear from their interaction that a special bond has been there all along. Watch the incredible reunion below, 20 years in the making.

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/2-sets-of-twins-reunite/feed/0What Happens To Your Body When You Drink A Can Of Cokehttp://www.littlethings.com/can-coke-body-hour-after-drinking/
http://www.littlethings.com/can-coke-body-hour-after-drinking/#commentsFri, 31 Jul 2015 13:20:15 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=763706Coca-Cola is undeniably delicious, and we can easily slurp down a can in 15 to 30 minutes — maybe even 30 seconds (if you’re especially thirsty). Basically it’s fun to get the Coke in your body, but have you ever wondered what it does once it’s in there? The label on a 12-ounce can reads... View Article

In fact, Wade Meredith at Blisstree decided to record exactly what happens to your body the hour after you drink a can of Coke. His findings are pretty shocking, and scientifically accurate, being that U.K. pharmacist Niraj Naik, also known as the Renegade Pharmacist, has backed up his results.

One of these results even likens the results of coke to a hardcore, addictive, and illegal drug.

Here is a breakdown of what Wade discovered happens to your body the hour after he drink coke.

I suggest you read it before you decide to pop the tab your next can of Coca-Cola…

(To accompany the explanation of what happens to your body as your drink a coke, we’ve included some vintage photos of how a coke used to make it from the factory into your hands!)

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/can-coke-body-hour-after-drinking/feed/0Shocking Video Of A Driver Hitting A Dog Reminds Us To Be Safe On The Roadhttp://www.littlethings.com/dog-hit-car-accident-night-driver-funny/
http://www.littlethings.com/dog-hit-car-accident-night-driver-funny/#commentsFri, 31 Jul 2015 12:59:17 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=763221Driving alone at night can be truly terrifying. Police warn that you should never stop for anyone or anything late at night, especially if you're on a deserted or dangerous road. However, it gets a little tricky when it comes to seeing someone or some animal in need of help. When this good Samaritan saw a... View Article

Police warn that you should never stop for anyone or anything late at night, especially if you’re on a deserted or dangerous road. However, it gets a little tricky when it comes to seeing someone or some animal in need of help. When this good Samaritan saw a drunk woman dodging traffic on a busy highway, they risked their life to stop and help.

In the video, we see a woman driving along when a stray dog runs in front of her car. Unable to stop, the woman runs over the dog and then backs up to see what happened. However, when she gets out of her car to call the police and see if the dog’s OK, she gets the surprise of a lifetime.

I won’t give away the ending, but just know that this video is meant to be a reminder to be smart as a driver…and don’t trust anyone!

Want to make a friend laugh today? Please SHARE this video on your Facebook page!

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/dog-hit-car-accident-night-driver-funny/feed/0Group Of Tough Bikers Take Over A Little Girl’s Lemonade Standhttp://www.littlethings.com/bikers-take-over-lemonade-stand/
http://www.littlethings.com/bikers-take-over-lemonade-stand/#commentsFri, 31 Jul 2015 12:52:21 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=765576For many parents, watching your kids set up a lemonade stand in the front yard is a quintessential part of summer. Now, what if your kids' lemonade stand was taken over by a motorcade of tough, thirsty bikers? That's exactly what happened to one Iowa family, and the reality is much more heartwarming than you... View Article

]]>For many parents, watching your kids set up a lemonade stand in the front yard is a quintessential part of summer. Now, what if your kids’ lemonade stand was taken over by a motorcade of tough, thirsty bikers? That’s exactly what happened to one Iowa family, and the reality is much more heartwarming than you may think.

Bikers Against Child Abuse (BACA) is a non-profit organization that works to create a safer environment for abused children and their families. Recently, the local BACA chapter rode their bikes up to two young sisters’ lemonade stand. Before the Long family knew it, a line of motorcycles flooded down the block, filling the neighborhood with the sound of roaring engines. Parents Karla and DeKarlo were stunned by BACA’s unexpected presence, then delighted by these kindhearted strangers.

DeKarlo immediately started filming the touching scene, then posted it to Facebook. “One of the most amazing things just happened. Our girls were doing a lemonade stand and the biker group called BACA (Bikers against Child Abuse) stopped at the house for lemonade.” Dad’s video quickly went viral, being shared nearly 40,000 times!

It’s amazing to see an organization that completely disproves stereotypes, teaching us never to judge a book by its cover. Please SHARE this touching moment with your friends on Facebook!

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/bikers-take-over-lemonade-stand/feed/0Little Girl Meets Hero Who Pulled Her From Bottom Of Lakehttp://www.littlethings.com/plumber-saves-drowning-girl/
http://www.littlethings.com/plumber-saves-drowning-girl/#commentsFri, 31 Jul 2015 12:27:20 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=765486On the outside, Angelo is your average working man. The 32-year-old plumber from Colorado was recently spending the weekend at Windsor Lake with his family. But what began as a peaceful vacation quickly took a shocking turn. While wading through waist-deep water, Angelo felt something strange brush against his leg. He kicked his leg back... View Article

]]>On the outside, Angelo is your average working man. The 32-year-old plumber from Colorado was recently spending the weekend at Windsor Lake with his family. But what began as a peaceful vacation quickly took a shocking turn.

While wading through waist-deep water, Angelo felt something strange brush against his leg. He kicked his leg back to bring up the odd substance — and that’s when he saw the bottom of a baby’s foot float to the surface.

It was a 3-year-old girl named Sitali, whose body was cold and lifeless. He immediately pulled her out of the water and screamed for help, asking whose baby she was. Sitali remained unconscious, her skin already blue. He then worked tirelessly with two off-duty nurses to administer CPR.

This past week, Angelo visited Sitali where she was recovering at Children’s Hospital in Aurora, CO. It was a tearful reunion, and her family is eternally grateful for the man who saved her life. “I’m coming to let her know that I love her and she’s a part of my family now,” he said. As the world hails Angelo a hero, the humble man attributes his deed to simply being in the right place at the right time. “As I told the little girl’s mom, when I saw the baby’s toes that became my baby.”

Sitali is expected to make a full recovery. As it turns out, she was not wearing a life vest when she began to drown. Angelo plans to collect life vests and flotation devices for families who can’t afford them.

This man deserves all the recognition he can get, so please SHARE this hero’s story with your friends on Facebook.

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/plumber-saves-drowning-girl/feed/0These Dogs Are Teaching Kids That It’s OK To Look Differenthttp://www.littlethings.com/dogs-and-kids-with-disabilities/
http://www.littlethings.com/dogs-and-kids-with-disabilities/#commentsFri, 31 Jul 2015 01:54:17 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=762716Few things are more important than teaching kids to understand social acceptance. Already, we see that there are many children out there who surpass even adults in their capacity for appreciating human individuality and differences. The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia and Penn Vet's Ryan Hospital in Philadelphia have teamed up to host annual events that... View Article

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/dogs-and-kids-with-disabilities/feed/0Kids Try International Cuisine In Hilarious Videohttp://www.littlethings.com/kids-try-international-cuisine-hilarious-video/
http://www.littlethings.com/kids-try-international-cuisine-hilarious-video/#commentsFri, 31 Jul 2015 01:51:46 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=764856Remember when you were little and your parents had to force you to eat those icky vegetables when all you wanted to do was eat a fistful of gummy bears or Girl Scout cookies? Well, so do these American kids — they were tasked with trying international cuisine from all corners of the world. The results... View Article

]]>Remember when you were little and your parents had to force you to eat those icky vegetables when all you wanted to do was eat a fistful of gummy bears or Girl Scout cookies? Well, so do these American kids — they were tasked with trying international cuisine from all corners of the world. The results are, well, pretty hilarious.

Speaking only for myself, I wasn’t much of an adventurous eater when I was young. I got the proper nutrition needed to help me grow, but not much in the way of cultural diversity. These kids were plated breakfast from Korea first, during which one child eating kimchi commented, “It’s a peculiar taste.”

Next up? Brazil — and the overall consensus is that there’s no logical reason that any person would ever drink coffee (I mean, they’ve got a point). When asked what it tastes like, one simply replied, “Cow poop,” before collapsing into a fit of giggles.

Vietnamese cuisine garnered a few raised eyebrows from these little ones, too — though it’s worth noting that one girl happily sang out, “This is delicious!” Though most were a little wary of the black egg before them (reasonably, I’d say). Watch the full video below!

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/kids-try-international-cuisine-hilarious-video/feed/082-Year-Old Man With Parkinson’s Beats The Odds And Still Plays Pianohttp://www.littlethings.com/parkinsons-piano-player/
http://www.littlethings.com/parkinsons-piano-player/#commentsFri, 31 Jul 2015 01:47:38 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=762281Although Parkinson's disease affects movement in the body and often leads to tremors, one Dallas hospital patient hasn't let his condition prevent him from doing what he loves. Lucien Leinfelder serenades everyone at the Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital with his impeccable piano playing. He wants his music to give other patients hope. When passing him... View Article

]]>Although Parkinson’s disease affects movement in the body and often leads to tremors, one Dallas hospital patient hasn’t let his condition prevent him from doing what he loves.

Lucien Leinfelder serenades everyone at the Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital with his impeccable piano playing. He wants his music to give other patients hope. When passing him by, some of them give him a thumbs up while others blow him kisses.

The 82-year-old, who studied at New York City’s famed Juilliard, was a soloist for the Dallas Symphony Orchestra. Like the woman who returned to photography after being diagnosed with the disease, Leinfelder never gave up his passion.

“His fingers almost take on a life of their own where they remember the notes that he used to play so well throughout all of his life,” Dr. Anna Tseng told Fox 4 News.

While Leinfelder’s feet might shake during the performance as seen at the :37 mark, the neurologist explained that he’s able to play because of muscle memory in his fingers.

Aside from not losing his piano skill, Leinfelder has also maintained a great sense of humor.

When explaining why it’s sometimes easier for him to play at this point in his life, he said, “I have an excuse, if I don’t play well, I can blame Parkinson’s.”

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/parkinsons-piano-player/feed/0Watch Kora The Golden Retriever Puppy Figure Out What Her Tail Is For!http://www.littlethings.com/kora-puppy-tail/
http://www.littlethings.com/kora-puppy-tail/#commentsThu, 30 Jul 2015 22:36:31 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=763756Golden Retrievers are one of America’s favorite pets, and it’s not hard to see why! They’re friendly, playful, sweet-tempered, and loyal. What more could you ask for from man’s best friend? Of course, the thing to keep in mind about Goldens is that they also have nearly boundless energy. This is a great quality if... View Article

Fortunately, Golden puppy Kora the Dog is channeling her curiosity in a more productive way — by chasing down that persnickety tail that’s always just outside of her line of sight.

While tail-chasing in older dogs is usually not a good sign, in puppies like Kora it’s a sign of healthy curiosity. Puppies chase their tails to explore their environment and to hone those retriever skills.

That funny little critter that keeps scooting out of Kora’s peripheral vision turns out to actually be the perfect ‘prey’ for practicing all of those amazing puppy dog abilities that she’s developing. It’s just a built-in way for little Kora to learn how to be a dog!

Please SHARE if this cutie is the most ferocious hunter you’ve ever seen!

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/kora-puppy-tail/feed/0Teacher’s Touching Letter To Students Is Going Viralhttp://www.littlethings.com/viral-teacher-letter/
http://www.littlethings.com/viral-teacher-letter/#commentsThu, 30 Jul 2015 22:11:51 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=764241When Charlie Owens received this letter after taking a standardized test in Barrowford Primary School, no one expected the sixth grader's letter to say this. The headmistress, Rachel Tomlinson, sent the letter to each student to congratulate them on their hard work. But more importantly, the letter acknowledged that there is so much about each... View Article

“The people who create these tests and score them do not know each of you — the way our teachers do, the way I hope to, and certainly not the way your families do. They do not know that you can play a musical instrument or that you can dance or paint a picture. They do not know that your friends count on you to be there for them or that your laughter can brighten the dreariest day.”

See the full letter below, and SHARE if you’re glad some teachers see more than a test score when they look at children!

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/viral-teacher-letter/feed/0Denzel Washington Gives Inspiring Speech To Group Of Studentshttp://www.littlethings.com/denzel-washington-inspires-all/
http://www.littlethings.com/denzel-washington-inspires-all/#commentsThu, 30 Jul 2015 21:56:48 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=764186Denzel Washington is one of the greatest actors to grace the silver screen in the past few decades, but I never knew that he could double up as a motivational speaker, too! Surrounded by a group of theatre students, Washington gave some amazing words of wisdom that everyone in the world should take to heart. He... View Article

]]>Denzel Washington is one of the greatest actors to grace the silver screen in the past few decades, but I never knew that he could double up as a motivational speaker, too!

Surrounded by a group of theatre students, Washington gave some amazing words of wisdom that everyone in the world should take to heart. He covered all sorts of subjects, encouraging the students to focus: “Dreams without goals remain dreams and they ultimately fuel disappointment… Goals cannot be achieved without discipline and consistency, between goals and achievement, are discipline and consistency.”

He also pushes the young students to put their faith in God: “Thank God for grace and mercy and understanding. We all fall short of the glory… If you just start thinking of all the things you got to say ‘thank you’ for… That’s a day. That’s easily a day.”

Washington’s speech here is really beautiful to listen to. He mixes up some humor with some downright wisdom. Washington seems to have a close relationship with these young people, but at the end of the day his final point is probably the most important one that everyone on Earth should listen to: “You’ll never see a U-Haul behind a hearse. I’ve been blessed to make hundreds of millions of dollars in my life. I can’t take it with me… It’s not how much you have, it’s what you do with what you have.”

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/denzel-washington-inspires-all/feed/0They Built A Beautiful DIY Wooden Suspension Bridgehttp://www.littlethings.com/diy-suspension-bridge/
http://www.littlethings.com/diy-suspension-bridge/#commentsThu, 30 Jul 2015 21:43:10 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=763161One of my favorite activities is gathering friends together for a group DIY project. Building something from scratch can be an enormously rewarding experience. But building something with friends is all the more special. I've tackled backyard decks and fire pits with the help of others. But when I saw the size and scope of the... View Article

]]>One of my favorite activities is gathering friends together for a group DIY project.

Building something from scratch can be an enormously rewarding experience. But building something with friends is all the more special. I’ve tackled backyard decks and fire pits with the help of others. But when I saw the size and scope of the group DIY project these folks tackled, I knew I had never tried anything like it. And the result truly is spectacular.

This challenging and impressive DIY undertaking was designed to connect two areas of one man’s property that were separated by a large pond. They built a beautiful wooden suspension bridge that puts any of my DIY projects to shame. What a great idea for a group build. I may just have to add it to my list of future undertakings as well!

Do you find this beautiful bridge as impressive as I do? Let us know in the comments.

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/diy-suspension-bridge/feed/0Honey Bee The Blind Cat Enjoys Eating Pumpkin Piehttp://www.littlethings.com/honey-bee-pumpkin-pie/
http://www.littlethings.com/honey-bee-pumpkin-pie/#commentsThu, 30 Jul 2015 21:35:18 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=763351Honey Bee the cat is an incredibly loving, blind cat who loves to play around with her human friends. While most people left her behind or ignored her in her moment of need, it took the undying love of her two human companions before she finally found her much deserved "forever home." Just because Honey... View Article

]]>Honey Bee the cat is an incredibly loving, blind cat who loves to play around with her human friends. While most people left her behind or ignored her in her moment of need, it took the undying love of her two human companions before she finally found her much deserved “forever home.”

Just because Honey Bee is blind, it doesn’t mean she can’t do anything that any other cat can do! She loves to run, jump, and hike up mountains with her human trailing behind her! Honey Bee is one of those cats that is willing to try anything once, and when her human gave her a small sized pumpkin pie, she just knew it in her heart that she had to give it a shot!

Watching this sweet little cat eat a pumpkin pie should bring warm feelings to your heart. Too often people are so easily willing to throw away a living, breathing, animal just because it’s “broken.” But believe me, after spending a few minutes with one of these special needs animals, you’ll instantly see that they’re just as loving and just as sweet as any other animal.

If you have the capacity in your home and you love animals, you should definitely consider adopting a special needs animal. Yeah, they may need a bit of extra care, but next thing you know you’ll be in love with your newest pet!

And please SHARE this adorable video if you think all animals deserve to be loved!

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/honey-bee-pumpkin-pie/feed/0While A House Is Burning Down To The Ground, One Heroic Man Rushes Insidehttp://www.littlethings.com/fire-house-hero/
http://www.littlethings.com/fire-house-hero/#commentsThu, 30 Jul 2015 21:33:54 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=761401This incredible video will have you believing in miracles! It begins with utter confusion; a house in Fresno is being destroyed as the angry flames of a horrible fire eat away at the walls of the family home. The people all want to help, but no one knows how. One man is using a garden house... View Article

]]>This incredible video will have you believing in miracles! It begins with utter confusion; a house in Fresno is being destroyed as the angry flames of a horrible fire eat away at the walls of the family home.

The people all want to help, but no one knows how. One man is using a garden house in a vain attempt to put out the out of control blaze. The panicked people circled around the home begin to realize that someone is trapped inside the burning house.

The man in the green neon shirt tries to get closer to the entrance of the home, but the fire is just too hot. As he gets closer, the sudden rumble of a horrifying explosion occurs at the 1:10 mark.

At this point, everyone is beginning to lose hope; the fire is spreading, and who knows where the gas main is for this particular house? What if a gigantic explosion goes off and everyone in the neighborhood gets hurt?

Right when you think the fire couldn’t get any worse, at the 1:28 mark of this heart-stopping video you’ll end up falling out of your seat. As the group of people wait for the fire department to show up, it becomes clear that were it not for this one man, this one hero, then this story would have ended very differently.

This one man kept such a clear head as he put his life at risk; what would you do if you saw a house burning down to the ground? Let us know in the comments below!

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/fire-house-hero/feed/0A 1950s Photographer Captured Unidentified Mystery Woman On The Beachhttp://www.littlethings.com/1950s-mystery-woman-photos/
http://www.littlethings.com/1950s-mystery-woman-photos/#commentsThu, 30 Jul 2015 21:33:08 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=763061Rooting around in thrift stores is a lot like gambling: you can either hit it big, or completely strike out. You just never know what you're going to get, which is really half the fun. But when this young lady decided to stop in at "Twice As Nyce" in Richmond, VA, she definitely hit the jackpot... View Article

]]>Rooting around in thrift stores is a lot like gambling: you can either hit it big, or completely strike out. You just never know what you’re going to get, which is really half the fun.

But when this young lady decided to stop in at “Twice As Nyce” in Richmond, VA, she definitely hit the jackpot — and now, her winnings are going viral!

Buried at the bottom of an old box — nearly lost forever to time — Meagan Abell was excited to dig out a sleeve of old photo negatives. However, it wasn’t until she got home and scanned the old strips that she realized what exactly she had found.

Now, she’s taken to the Internet in the hopes of solving this 60-year-old mystery and reuniting these beautiful photos with their rightful owners.

Can you help Meagan solve the mystery of these old photos? Do you recognize the women? Let us know in the comments below!

]]>You’d never think of combining these elements to create this awesome project, but after watching Youtube vlogger Brooke from What’s Up Moms, I am convinced it’s genius.

It’s a super easy framed cork board jewelry holder, the kind you’ve probably seen at Target, thought was cute, but didn’t want to splurge on. Now you can make it on the cheap, and the best part is that once you get all of these supplies, you’ll be able to make more than one — for gifts or different rooms around the house.

If you’re not so into screws and knobs, try this even easier cardboard jewelry organizer. According to Paffrath and Sons Jewelers, most people have jewelry bust most don’t store it well. If storing your jewelry carefully is not a habit you’re currently in, here are just a few of the benefits to consider: “Storing jewelry properly will help ensure it will last for generations to come. The right organization will also allow you to see your jewelry so you can wear it more regularly.”

An organizer will also prevent your necklaces from getting tangled and rusty. Plus, the organizer itself is a beautiful decoration and adds touch of color to the home.

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/jewelry-holder-diy/feed/0World’s Most Adorable Pomeranian Becomes King Of The Playgroundhttp://www.littlethings.com/pomeranian-slide-playground/
http://www.littlethings.com/pomeranian-slide-playground/#commentsThu, 30 Jul 2015 21:31:24 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=764466A strange new trend is taking the Internet by storm — animals of all varieties are commandeering our playgrounds and slip-n-slides. There was that dog recently who nearly knocked over kids to be the first to the top of a water slide, and a horse who turned a kiddie pool in his own private spa... View Article

]]>A strange new trend is taking the Internet by storm — animals of all varieties are commandeering our playgrounds and slip-n-slides. There was that dog recently who nearly knocked over kids to be the first to the top of a water slide, and a horse who turned a kiddie pool in his own private spa day experience.

Add another to the list folks, and meet a pomeranian named Plato, give of the playground if he has any say in the matter.

From what we understand, this isn’t Plato’s first playground rodeo. Looking a little confused at first, Plato’s videographer is instructed to move further away. This furry nugget knows that when his human runs to the end of the slide and says “Go!” — it’s showtime.

Sure enough, he steps onto the structure and flies down the slide. As soon as his paws meet the ground, he’s wagging his tail and hopping around having loved his quick adventure down this contraption It sure is cute, and it’s basically guaranteed feel good viewing. (Because let’s be honest, who doesn’t want to see a fluffy pomeranian book it down a slide?)

May this adorable playground puppy bring you all the needed joy to make it through the rest of your week.

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/pomeranian-slide-playground/feed/0Army Soldiers Surprise Their Daughter At A School Magic Showhttp://www.littlethings.com/army-parents-surprise-magician/
http://www.littlethings.com/army-parents-surprise-magician/#commentsThu, 30 Jul 2015 21:27:45 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=764326Being away from your loved ones is never easy...especially when you're not sure when you're going to see them again. One thing I admire most about our soldiers is how they put our country before their own wants and needs. It's never easy for any parent to be away from their little ones, but when... View Article

]]>Being away from your loved ones is never easy…especially when you’re not sure when you’re going to see them again.

One thing I admire most about our soldiers is how they put our country before their own wants and needs. It’s never easy for any parent to be away from their little ones, but when you’re serving on deployment, being away from family is often the most difficult part. That’s why I love seeing amazing video of our brave men and women of the military coming home and surprising their unsuspecting kids.

Julia and Brian Woodburn are both in the U.S. Army and have been deployed for months. While being away from each other was extremely difficult, the worst part has been being separated from their young daughter, Addison. The couple teamed up with magician Nathan Roberts to give their little girl a show she’ll never forget!

It’s impossible not to smile about this! Please SHARE the joy with all of your friends on Facebook!

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/army-parents-surprise-magician/feed/0Archeologists Uncover Human Remains Of 400-Year-Old Colonial Leaders In Virginiahttp://www.littlethings.com/jamestown-archeology/
http://www.littlethings.com/jamestown-archeology/#commentsThu, 30 Jul 2015 21:22:30 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=762111Archeologists have unearthed human remains of some of America's earliest colonial leaders in Jamestown, Virginia. The four leaders were buried for over 400 years, dating back to 1608 near the altar of America's first Protestant Church. The men were thought to be Anglican ministers, and the church is the same church where Pocahontas famously wed... View Article

]]>Archeologists have unearthed human remains of some of America’s earliest colonial leaders in Jamestown, Virginia.

The four leaders were buried for over 400 years, dating back to 1608 near the altar of America’s first Protestant Church. The men were thought to be Anglican ministers, and the church is the same church where Pocahontas famously wed John Rolfe to bring peace between the Powhatan Indians and colonists.

The men identified were Rev. Robert Hunt, Jamestown’s first Anglican minister; Capt. Gabriel Archer, a rival of colony leader John Smith; Sir Ferdinando Wainman, the first knight buried in America; and Capt. William West, who died battling the Powhatan Indians.

“What we have discovered here in the earliest English church in America are four of the first leaders of America,” says historian James Horn.

Jamestown was the first permanent English settlement in the Americas in Virginia. It was established in 1607, during what scientists have said was the worst drought in 800 years.

Famine was rampant and, within a couple of years, nearly 80% of the population died of starvation.

Though it is so far removed from our lives today, Jamestown remains a pivotal part of American history. The United States could not exist without the settlers who took a chance on the New World.

See the excavation footage below, and SHARE if you think this is pretty fascinating.

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/jamestown-archeology/feed/0Sweet Pit Bull Looks After Disabled Bulldog During His First Swimhttp://www.littlethings.com/bonsai-dog-pit-bull-swimming/
http://www.littlethings.com/bonsai-dog-pit-bull-swimming/#commentsThu, 30 Jul 2015 21:10:54 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=764201Despite his limitations, Bonsai the bulldog is overcoming his disabilities and continues to thrive. The dog is afflicted with caudal regression and sacrocaudal dysgenesis, likely combined with a variation of spina bifida. After Bonsai had undergone a bilateral amputation of the rear legs similar, he began to heal as a critical care rescue resident of... View Article

]]>Despite his limitations, Bonsai the bulldog is overcoming his disabilities and continues to thrive. The dog is afflicted with caudal regression and sacrocaudal dysgenesis, likely combined with a variation of spina bifida.

After Bonsai had undergone a bilateral amputation of the rear legs similar, he began to heal as a critical care rescue resident of Friends Of Emma. While there, he became the best of friends with Ransom, a Pit bull who was born with short tendons and thrown in a Houston, TX trash can by his breeders when he was five-weeks-old. The two have been inseparable ever since the day they met.

Now that Bonsai is healed and doing well, his caretakers let him enjoy a little fun in the sun. They put him in a pet life jacket and let him play. And it seems Ransom has become Bonsai’s personal lifeguard and swim coach.

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/bonsai-dog-pit-bull-swimming/feed/0Young Boy Saves Himself From Embarrassing Moment During Performancehttp://www.littlethings.com/boy-cymbal-save/
http://www.littlethings.com/boy-cymbal-save/#commentsThu, 30 Jul 2015 21:07:47 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=763556A member of the Eisenhower Junior High Band in Illinois suffered an embarrassment moment during a performance, but managed to redeem himself like a champ. Andrew Pawelczyk's cymbal broke in the middle of the National Anthem. While he could've just stood there or even ran, the 13-year-old at the time opted for another solution. It's... View Article

]]>A member of the Eisenhower Junior High Band in Illinois suffered an embarrassment moment during a performance, but managed to redeem himself like a champ.

Andrew Pawelczyk’s cymbal broke in the middle of the National Anthem. While he could’ve just stood there or even ran, the 13-year-old at the time opted for another solution. It’s one you don’t see every day!

After staring at it in disbelief for a few seconds, Pawelczyk used some quick thinking to salvage the performance in a very clever way.

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/boy-cymbal-save/feed/0These Cookies And Cream Ice Cubes Are A Perfect Summer Treathttp://www.littlethings.com/cookie-and-milk-iced-cubes/
http://www.littlethings.com/cookie-and-milk-iced-cubes/#commentsThu, 30 Jul 2015 21:02:20 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=762866There are many ingenious things to do with unassuming kitchen items. Take the ice cube tray, for example. Here at LittleThings, we've seen plenty of creative ways to utilize the tray to our advantage. They can be used to make mouthwatering desserts, to store perishable foods, and even to prepare soothing emergency remedies for the summer.... View Article

Recently, we’ve discovered one very excellent way to put both the ice cube tray and leftover milk to good use. Are you looking to cool off during the summer with a nice iced beverage? Or perhaps, you’re finding ways to make a richer milkshake? The incredibly simple recipe below will help you make the perfect complement to your drink.

The best part is, the recipe is very versatile. Even if you don’t have the other necessary ingredient on hand, you can definitely get creative and improvise — you can use whatever you can find in your pantry as a substitute. As long as it’s tailored to your tastes, it’ll turn out perfectly.

What did you think of this unbelievably easy summer food hack? Let us know in the comments, and please SHARE!

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/cookie-and-milk-iced-cubes/feed/0Airman Surprises Little Sister At School Assemblyhttp://www.littlethings.com/airman-surprises-little-sister-school-assembly/
http://www.littlethings.com/airman-surprises-little-sister-school-assembly/#commentsThu, 30 Jul 2015 20:59:34 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=763871On a grayish day late last year, Sharon Elementary student Hanna busied herself sorting papers and book with her friends for her teacher. She'd been missing her big brother, Senior Airman Tyler Fehlinger, who'd been deployed for two years in Dubai. Hannah's a smart girl with a bright future, so it was no huge surprise when Hannah was called... View Article

]]>On a grayish day late last year, Sharon Elementary student Hanna busied herself sorting papers and book with her friends for her teacher. She’d been missing her big brother, Senior Airman Tyler Fehlinger, who’d been deployed for two years in Dubai.

Hannah’s a smart girl with a bright future, so it was no huge surprise when Hannah was called up during a school assembly to be recognized for an act of kindness observed by the school’s staff. But they had something better up their sleeves than a mere acknowledgement before her peers.

Stepping out from behind a curtain, her brother Tyler walked up behind her and scooped her into his arms in a moment too sweet for words. “It’s been a long time,” he told NBC affiliate 14 News. “But I go out of my way to see my baby sister, you know? I held her in my arms when she was born.”

Teasing her, her parents asked, “So we don’t have to get you anything for Christmas, right?”

“No,” she replied assuredly with a smile stretching across her face.

Tyler told 14 News he’d likely spend the rest of his time home hanging out with little sis, adding, “Really good to be able to come here and surprise my baby sister.”

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/airman-surprises-little-sister-school-assembly/feed/0Puppy Dying From Distemper Is Rescued And Undergoes An Amazing Recoveryhttp://www.littlethings.com/puppy-animal-aid-unlimited-distemper-rescue/
http://www.littlethings.com/puppy-animal-aid-unlimited-distemper-rescue/#commentsThu, 30 Jul 2015 20:58:57 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=761321Here in the United States, there are so many stray dogs on the streets that it's impossible to even estimate the number of them. To say that it's a big problem would be an understatement, but what's most shocking of all is that our country's stray dog situation doesn't even compare to other parts of the world.... View Article

]]>Here in the United States, there are so many stray dogs on the streets that it’s impossible to even estimate the number of them.

To say that it’s a big problem would be an understatement, but what’s most shocking of all is that our country’s stray dog situation doesn’t even compare to other parts of the world. During the 2014 Winter Olympics in Sochi, Russia, the world learned how stray dogs in Eastern Europe were being slaughtered, because there were simply too many to handle. Every island vacation I’ve ever been on, I see stray dogs roaming around, searching for food and water. However, if there’s one place on the planet where the homeless dog situation is a true epidemic, it has to be India.

We’ve seen other unbelievable rescue videos from the amazing angels at Animal Aid Unlimited, and this next one is no different. The hospital and sanctuary in Udaipur, Rajasthan bravely takes in the dogs who are truly on their death beds. In the following video, we see a tiny pup suffering from distemper fight to keep her breath on the street. This awful and very dangerous disease is a virus that attacks a canine’s gastrointestinal, respiratory and central nervous systems, and the conjunctival membranes of the eye. The first warning sign is usually weepy-looking eyes in dogs, as you can see very clearly in the tiny pup.

When the hero picks him up, he looks like he doesn’t stand a chance, but after about two weeks of constant care, something extraordinary happened.

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/puppy-animal-aid-unlimited-distemper-rescue/feed/011 Simple Habits We Should All Develop To Save The Treeshttp://www.littlethings.com/11-ways-to-save-trees/
http://www.littlethings.com/11-ways-to-save-trees/#commentsThu, 30 Jul 2015 20:56:20 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=762026Kathleen Black is out to save some trees! As she sprints through the muddy water like a character out of Baywatch, it's obvious that this young woman is on a mission to save lives everywhere! Her humorous video begins with her pretending to save the life of a tree when she throws a floatation device... View Article

]]>Kathleen Black is out to save some trees! As she sprints through the muddy water like a character out of Baywatch, it’s obvious that this young woman is on a mission to save lives everywhere!

Her humorous video begins with her pretending to save the life of a tree when she throws a floatation device out at one into the water.

Watching her video, all of her suggestions seem obvious at first, but the mere fact that she had to make this PSA video to begin with really shows how wasteful our nation really is. Over 13 billion pounds of paper towels are used each year. At 45 pounds per person per year in the U.S., it really shows how big a difference even little changes would make. If every American reduced the amount they used, we could easily reduce many of the needless deaths of thousands of trees per day.

Even though her video is deadly serious, you just have to love the small amount of humor she throws in there. Out in the middle of the woods the video has a hilarious guest star who really seems to agree with the idea of using hemp! At the 1:57 mark of this video just wait to see who agrees so vehemently!

Like we said, all of us know to reuse and recycle, but Black’s simple reminder here is not only worth watching, but it’s well worth sharing with all of your friends who may not be so green-friendly. Our planet is a beautiful thing, and we only get one, so make sure to treat it with the respect it deserves!

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/11-ways-to-save-trees/feed/0Rare White Lion Cubs Make Their Debut In Crimeahttp://www.littlethings.com/rare-white-lion-cubs-crimea/
http://www.littlethings.com/rare-white-lion-cubs-crimea/#commentsThu, 30 Jul 2015 20:48:53 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=761976This month, Crimea welcomed four white tiger cubs to its lion safari, making them a rare addition to only a couple of hundred known white lions in the world. And oh boy, are they ever adorable. RT reports that Taigan Safari Park — a first-of-its-kind park built on a former military base and where the rare cubs were born — is home to more... View Article

]]>This month, Crimea welcomed four white tiger cubs to its lion safari, making them a rare addition to only a couple of hundred known white lions in the world. And oh boy, are they ever adorable.

RT reports that Taigan Safari Park — a first-of-its-kind park built on a former military base and where the rare cubs were born — is home to more than 50 freely roaming big cats on 36 hectares of land (just about 90 acres). Staff at the park expressed elation at welcoming their newest additions.

“We are happy about all baby animals born in the Taigan Safari Park, but we’re happiest about rare animal births, like white lions,” the park’s director Oleg Zubkov told RT in an interview. “There is a really small number of them all over the world. But in Taigan Safari Park they are always being born to our adult lioness.”

Some genius put these fur babies in a basket and set them loose in the grass. Flashing wide, toothless grins, the 2-week-old lions aren’t old enough to have found their roars yet, but their cub puddle is about the cutest thing you’re going to see this week. Take a look for yourself (and then pass them on because they’re too great not to share).

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/rare-white-lion-cubs-crimea/feed/0This Calming Video Offers Soothing Guided Meditation To Block Out Hectic Distractionshttp://www.littlethings.com/breathe-in-breathe-out/
http://www.littlethings.com/breathe-in-breathe-out/#commentsThu, 30 Jul 2015 20:32:24 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=761831You are about to embark on the guided meditation journey of a lifetime. This incredible video will calm you, soothe you, and place you into a beautiful and meditative state of mind. The world we live in these days is hectic and crazy. Too often we're always rushing from one task to the other; our... View Article

]]>You are about to embark on the guided meditation journey of a lifetime. This incredible video will calm you, soothe you, and place you into a beautiful and meditative state of mind.

The world we live in these days is hectic and crazy. Too often we’re always rushing from one task to the other; our cars need to be fixed, our mortgage payment is too expensive, it just seems like we’re never in real control of our own lives. We’re always being forced to worry about other people’s problems.

While it’s good to be empathetic to other people’s issues in life, sometimes it’s healthy to focus completely on yourself, and this video will help you get there. If you have them, put on some headphones, take a deep breath, and press play.

With the soothing voice calmly speaking into your ears, this video will help block out the inane chatter of everyday life. The calming ocean waves lap back and forth, and as you feel yourself beginning to get more and more relaxed, try your best to open yourself up to everything that the universe has to offer.

Finding your inner peace is certainly difficult, and don’t worry about getting there on your first try. Everyone goes at their own pace in life, and the only thing you should ever be aware of is that your own pace is the only pace you should ever be listening to.

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/breathe-in-breathe-out/feed/0Learn How To Identify And Prevent Skin Cancerhttp://www.littlethings.com/mole-skin-cancer-signs/
http://www.littlethings.com/mole-skin-cancer-signs/#commentsThu, 30 Jul 2015 20:15:05 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=758666Despite being the largest organ of our body — and one of the most essential for our survival — we rarely treat our skin with the love, care, and respect that it deserves. Bruises, burns, blisters — our skin bears the brunt of it all. And how do we repay it? By ignoring all of the... View Article

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/mole-skin-cancer-signs/feed/0Doug The Pug Eats Ice Cream With His Best Friendhttp://www.littlethings.com/doug-pug-ice-cream/
http://www.littlethings.com/doug-pug-ice-cream/#commentsThu, 30 Jul 2015 20:14:37 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=763616I scream. You scream. We all scream for ice cream! Yes, even pugs! Doug The Pug, who has captured the Internet's hearts with his swoon-worthy Instagram page and videos, is back again on another adventure. This time, he's enjoying a tasty ice cream cone treat with one of his four-legged friends. Set to Meat Loaf's... View Article

Doug The Pug, who has captured the Internet’s hearts with his swoon-worthy Instagram page and videos, is back again on another adventure. This time, he’s enjoying a tasty ice cream cone treat with one of his four-legged friends.

Set to Meat Loaf’s “I’d Do Anything For Love,” the hilarious video features Doug and his pal indulging in the summertime treat. They seem to be having the best day ever, but when Doug’s pal gets his hand on a hot dog, all bets are off. Looks like there’s no sharing here.

The lyrics are perfect, “I would do anything for love, but I won’t do that.” Just as the final line is sung, the dog refuses to share his tasty frankfurter with Doug. Zoom in on a close-up of Doug’s face, and it’s priceless! You can’t help but laugh at this funny video. (And don’t worry, according to Doug’s Facebook page, he was able to get his own hot dog after.)

It is important to note that some dogs have no problems digesting milk and dairy products. It all comes down to how your dog handles lactose.

If these two best friends made you smile, please SHARE this with your friends.

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/doug-pug-ice-cream/feed/0When Her Husband Attempts To Test Her Love, This Wife Has One Hilarious Responsehttp://www.littlethings.com/husband-tests-wifes-love/
http://www.littlethings.com/husband-tests-wifes-love/#commentsThu, 30 Jul 2015 20:07:12 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=762846Marriage is not always the easiest, and it often requires a lot of work. Growing up, my mom would make sure I knew that marriage was about compromise, kindness, and keeping a good sense of humor about things. I couldn't agree more. Even in tough times, keeping things light and funny can be the key... View Article

]]>Marriage is not always the easiest, and it often requires a lot of work.

Growing up, my mom would make sure I knew that marriage was about compromise, kindness, and keeping a good sense of humor about things. I couldn’t agree more. Even in tough times, keeping things light and funny can be the key to making it out in one piece. So when I saw this hilarious story about a man who tests his wife and the strength of their marriage, I knew I had to share it.

This particular story has been circulating the internet for years. In it, a husband is worried about his marriage, so he decides to test his wife. He pretends that he is leaving for good, but instead hides under the bed to witness her reaction. When I read what the wife did upon arriving home, I absolutely laughed out loud.

Did you think the surprise twist ending was as hilarious as I did? Let us know in the comments.

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/husband-tests-wifes-love/feed/0Echo The Cat Feeds Oscar The Dog, Learns What It’s Like To Have A Pethttp://www.littlethings.com/echo-cat-feeds-oscar-dog/
http://www.littlethings.com/echo-cat-feeds-oscar-dog/#commentsThu, 30 Jul 2015 20:02:37 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=763096We’ve all heard the expression, “they fight like cats and dogs,” used from time to time. It comes, as you probably realize, from the age-old assumption that cats and dogs are natural-born enemies. Like many old adages, however, it isn’t always so accurate. Sure, we’ve covered plenty of videos of cats that rule the roost,... View Article

Whether they’re friendly roommates or one another’s adoptive family, cats and dogs often get along famously. Just look at these two mischievous critters, craftily outsmarting the silly humans and their ban on too many treats.

Oscar the dachshund, a short-legged dog with no hope of reaching some delicious ‘human’ snacks on his own, has cleverly made an alliance with Echo the cat. The cat, with far superior jumping skills, is easily able to reach the tabletop where the delicious treats live.

I’m not sure how much the cat gets out of this bargain. I’m assuming he’s just in it for the simple pleasure of making the dog’s day. Regardless, they are both definitely outsmarting the humans in this game.

Check out their owners’ reaction to the scene. “Is the cat allowed to feed the dog human food? ‘Cause we’re not,” muses one befuddled human. To him, we say, don’t worry too much. The cat is the owner now.

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/echo-cat-feeds-oscar-dog/feed/0Horse Turns Children’s Wading Pool Into Bathtubhttp://www.littlethings.com/horse-wading-pool-bathtub/
http://www.littlethings.com/horse-wading-pool-bathtub/#commentsThu, 30 Jul 2015 19:56:52 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=763251It's summertime, and that means a few seasonal fixtures have taken over the family yard. Perhaps your kid or grandkids have made use of their wading pool. The barbecue has most certainly been getting its use in recent months, and there may or may not be some lawn chairs folded out for sun bathing. Naturally,... View Article

]]>It’s summertime, and that means a few seasonal fixtures have taken over the family yard. Perhaps your kid or grandkids have made use of their wading pool. The barbecue has most certainly been getting its use in recent months, and there may or may not be some lawn chairs folded out for sun bathing. Naturally, this makes it nearly irresistible for animal friends not to get in on the fun, too.

Just look at the horse in the video below to get an idea of what I mean. A family’s horse approached an inflatable kiddie pool barely large enough for him to stand halfway inside it and began kicking up water. “Whatcha doing, Duke?” as a reasonably confused father while his child giggles offscreen. “Whatcha doing, buddy?”

But Duke doesn’t have any interest in his family’s curiosity. Deciding he quite likes splashing around in a pool for children a quarter of his size, Duke goes all in and starts kicking up water everywhere. The commentary while all of this is happening is almost as fun as a massive horse splashing around like puppy dog in this video. But that doesn’t stop him from taking a load off and decides that his owners have the right idea with this whole pool thing.

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/horse-wading-pool-bathtub/feed/0Guilty Dog Gets Caught On Hidden Camera Stealing Food From The Kitchenhttp://www.littlethings.com/lucy-chicken-nugget-thief-kitchen/
http://www.littlethings.com/lucy-chicken-nugget-thief-kitchen/#commentsThu, 30 Jul 2015 19:45:02 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=762601Do you ever find yourself wondering what your dog does when he or she is home alone all the time? Every pet parent knows that when humans are out of the house, their pets definitely come out to play. But what exactly do they do all day? If you've ever found garbage on the floor or food disappearing from... View Article

After realizing that his Beagle, Lucy, was a little too clever for her own good, Rodd Scheinerman decided to figure out what was going on all day. Rodd was confused and tired of coming home to things out of order and food missing from the kitchen, so he set up a hidden camera in his kitchen and went on his way.

As you can see in the following video, you can see Lucy go to some unbelievable great lengths to get a batch of chicken nuggets out of the toaster oven. Mastering the art of rearranging furniture and stealing chicken, this dog’s hidden talents are so impressive, it’s hard to be mad!

Lucy is such a criminal mastermind, there is NO way he’s a first-time nugget crook!

Have you ever caught your dog doing something silly while you were gone? Please SHARE this video on your Facebook page if you love dogs!

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/lucy-chicken-nugget-thief-kitchen/feed/0Father Is Eternally Grateful After Iraq Veteran Saves His Children From Burning Homehttp://www.littlethings.com/iraq-vet-fire/
http://www.littlethings.com/iraq-vet-fire/#commentsThu, 30 Jul 2015 19:36:07 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=761426Ian Sandefer went out to buy breakfast for his family; when he returned, his entire house was ablaze. Panicked as any father would be, he wanted to know if his two children were OK. Fortunately, Chris Poe, an Iraq War veteran, was there. His instincts immediately kicked in when he saw the fire. "There wasn't really... View Article

]]>Ian Sandefer went out to buy breakfast for his family; when he returned, his entire house was ablaze. Panicked as any father would be, he wanted to know if his two children were OK.

Fortunately, Chris Poe, an Iraq War veteran, was there. His instincts immediately kicked in when he saw the fire.

“There wasn’t really any time to think about what you’re going to do, there was just time to do something,” Poe said. “The most logical thing was to just see if anybody was still inside the house, so you just do that.”

When Poe got inside he found Sandefer’s 8-year-old son frantic and told him to get out of the house and go across the street. Then he found the 14-year-old daughter who didn’t know the house was on fire.

“I told her her house was on fire and I asked if anybody else was in the house,” Poe said. “She said no, but her cat was still there.”

That’s when Sandefer showed up. He saw the fire and was about to run inside, then Poe greeted him with the words every parent wants to hear.

He said, “Your kids are already out.” Sandefer is eternally grateful.

“I went over and found my kids and made sure they were OK,” Sandefer said. “I’d like to say thank you. To put yourself at risk to help somebody you never met, a family you don’t know.”

“I remember looking over at the tree and seeing the dad and the kids hugging each other,” Poe said. “That was great.”

See the amazing act of heroism below, and SHARE if you think this guy has amazing instincts!

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/iraq-vet-fire/feed/0Two Teenage Boys Rescue An Elderly Woman When Her Car Catches On Firehttp://www.littlethings.com/two-teenage-boys-rescue-elderly-woman-car-catches-fire/
http://www.littlethings.com/two-teenage-boys-rescue-elderly-woman-car-catches-fire/#commentsThu, 30 Jul 2015 19:18:39 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=761921If I saw someone in danger, I’d like to think that I would step up and help. That said, I’ll never really know until I’m in a truly dangerous situation. For brothers Raphael and Phillipe Bittar, their moment of truth came via a very literal trial by fire, much like this Long Island teenager. The two brothers... View Article

]]>If I saw someone in danger, I’d like to think that I would step up and help. That said, I’ll never really know until I’m in a truly dangerous situation.

For brothers Raphael and Phillipe Bittar, their moment of truth came via a very literal trial by fire, much like this Long Island teenager. The two brothers were driving past a gas station on their way to get food.

As they drove by, they saw something horrifying. An elderly woman was trapped in her car, which had caught on fire.

According to Phillipe, 19, it was clear what needed to happen: “There was like six bystanders just videotaping… like, oh man, she needs to get some help.” He immediately leapt into action.

His younger brother Raphael, 16, was driving, and pulled over when they spotted the scene. Phillipe jumped out of the moving vehicle, and ran to the aid of 78-year old Sally Moeller, who had climbed into the passenger seat.

In a move similar to the one used to rescue this child from a hot car, Phillipe, a former high school linebacker, punched the glass out of the window when the door handle wouldn’t budge. Crawling halfway into the car, he was able to pull Moeller to safety just moments before the car went up in flames.

Moeller suffered some non-life-threatening injuries in the process and is expected to make a full recovery, while Bittar was treated for some minor scrapes and cuts. Like so many heroes, he demurred when faced with the label, saying, “I just did what any person is supposed to do.”

If you were impressed with this heroic rescue, please SHARE with your friends!

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/two-teenage-boys-rescue-elderly-woman-car-catches-fire/feed/0This Photo Of A Cop Consoling A Grieving Driver Is Going Viralhttp://www.littlethings.com/officer-nissen-barbie/
http://www.littlethings.com/officer-nissen-barbie/#commentsThu, 30 Jul 2015 19:11:06 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=761651I bet you've seen the news lately, and no matter how you feel about recent events, I think one thing is for sure: we could all use a little good news, a little more kindness, and a little room to breathe. Not every cop is bad, not all news is bad news. When I read this... View Article

]]>I bet you’ve seen the news lately, and no matter how you feel about recent events, I think one thing is for sure: we could all use a little good news, a little more kindness, and a little room to breathe.

Not every cop is bad, not all news is bad news. When I read this story about Barbie Henderson and Officer Nissen in Hillview, Kentucky, I couldn’t help but smile. Who does this? Let alone, what cop does this?!

Officer Nissen really went above and beyond. Barbie was driving when she got a terrible phone call: her sister had died. Heartbroken and panicked, she turned her car around. In a hurry to get home with her loved ones she began speeding.

Enter Officer Nissen. He didn’t reprimand Barbie. He listened. He listened to her story, her cries, her sadness. But it didn’t stop there.

He stayed with Barbie. He gave her water on a hot day. He waited with her and spoke with her family members until Barbie’s other sister Shonda arrived to pick her up. He didn’t keep his distance either, he sat right next to her in the car, consoling her.

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/officer-nissen-barbie/feed/0Famous Gymnast Reconnects With Long-Lost Sisterhttp://www.littlethings.com/gymnast-finds-long-lost-sister/
http://www.littlethings.com/gymnast-finds-long-lost-sister/#commentsThu, 30 Jul 2015 18:45:42 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=756626Retired American gymnast Dominique Moceanu grew up without knowing that she had a biological sister. But, in December 2007 that all changed. When she was 26, Moceanu received a letter from a woman named Jennifer Bricker who said she was her long-lost sister. She included adoption papers and photographs, which showed a surprising resemblance to... View Article

“I couldn’t believe that I didn’t know. How do I not know when I was 6 years old?” the Olympic medal–winning gymnast says in the OWN video below.

In 1987, Bricker’s biological parents gave her up for adoption after she was born without legs. Luckily, she grew up with three brothers and parents who never let her say the word “can’t.” Bricker went on to become an acrobat and aerialist and even went on tour with pop star Britney Spears.

“It’s so ironic when you put both of our lives together. I was the prodigy, I was supposed to have this wonderful life and all of this great stuff happen, and I had a lot of challenges, ” Moceanu says. “And it seemed like the girl born without legs should have all these challenges and yet she was so free-spirited and had an awesome childhood.”

Although Moceanu was angry with her father, she reconciled with him before his death in 2008, as shown at the emotional two-minute mark.

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/gymnast-finds-long-lost-sister/feed/0Guy Confronts A Lifeguard He Caught Sleeping On The Jobhttp://www.littlethings.com/guy-confronts-sleeping-lifeguard/
http://www.littlethings.com/guy-confronts-sleeping-lifeguard/#commentsThu, 30 Jul 2015 17:08:33 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=762701While visiting Marquette Park beach in Gary, IN, a father made a shocking discovery. "On July 25th, 2015 my family was on the beach when we noticed a lifeguard sleeping. I decided to film her to hold her accountable," Hugh writes. Hugh was so frustrated with the situation, especially being a husband and father, that... View Article

]]>While visiting Marquette Park beach in Gary, IN, a father made a shocking discovery. “On July 25th, 2015 my family was on the beach when we noticed a lifeguard sleeping. I decided to film her to hold her accountable,” Hugh writes. Hugh was so frustrated with the situation, especially being a husband and father, that he decided to do film the confrontation and post in online.

Hugh walks up to the female lifeguard. Instead of overseeing beach-goers and monitoring activity in the ocean, she’s laying face-down in the sand, her head covered with a towel. Had someone been in need of help, the lifeguard would never have even noticed.

“I used to be a lifeguard for five years,” Hugh tells her. “I just want to know why are you lying down on the job? Aren’t you supposed to be watching the water?”

Instead of apologizing or providing any good reason for snoozing on the job and failing to keep an eye on the swimmers, the woman simply explains that she wanted to be in the shade. YouTube commenters are infuriated with the lifeguard, praising Hugh for calling her out and bringing attention to the issue.

Hugh told ABC News, “If something was to happen to me or my wife or my two children, I would just be devastated, you know. Then she would have to live with that for the rest of her life.”

What a powerful reminder to make sure your children and loved ones will be protected in places that can potentially be dangerous.

The city of Gary has confirmed the woman was fired. What do you think about this video? Was Hugh justified in filming and posting this confrontation for all to see? Let us know, and please SHARE this video with your friends on Facebook.

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/guy-confronts-sleeping-lifeguard/feed/0Miracle Baby Born At 23 Weeks Finally Goes Home After 1 Year In The Hospitalhttp://www.littlethings.com/trevor-baby-micropreemie-miracle/
http://www.littlethings.com/trevor-baby-micropreemie-miracle/#commentsThu, 30 Jul 2015 16:30:16 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=761886Do you believe in miracles? Every day, we hear heartbreaking stories online and on TV, but this next story contains nothing but good news... and it has me believing anything is possible! When Trevor Frolek was born in August, 2014, his feet were so small that his dad, Bo Frolek's, wedding ring could fit around one... View Article

Every day, we hear heartbreaking stories online and on TV, but this next story contains nothing but good news… and it has me believing anything is possible!

When Trevor Frolek was born in August, 2014, his feet were so small that his dad, Bo Frolek’s, wedding ring could fit around one of them. This sweet baby boy did not have a good start to life, but somehow he survived the unthinkable and is finally on the road to a “normal” life.

Trevor was born extremely premature at a shocking 23-weeks, weighing only 1 pound, 6 oz. Things did not look good for the small, underdeveloped baby, as he was immediately put on life support and had to go through intense surgeries on his tiny heart and eyes. Bo told Fox News “The doctor told us it was going to be a roller coaster ride. We were going to have our good days and we’re going to have our bad days.”

Luckily, baby Trevor had a team of dedicated medical professionals fighting to keep him alive and family who prayed for him every day. On Friday, July 24, 2015, Trevor spent his 345th day in the hospital. It was also his last.

Trevor’s parents were able to bring him home for the first time in almost a year and the team of nurses and doctors who cared for him gave the little boy a farewell celebration. Every doctor and medical book predicted that Trevor wouldn’t make it. “It’s just a complete miracle. The doctors and nurses have worked so hard to get him to this point. It’s beyond amazing,” mom Becky told TODAY.

Now this micropreemie is safe at home with his big sister, mom and dad. You’ll never see a bigger (little) fighter than this guy!

Please SHARE Trevor’s story with your Facebook friends if you believe in miracles!

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/trevor-baby-micropreemie-miracle/feed/0Senior Rescue Dog Has Best Reaction When Asked If It’s His Birthdayhttp://www.littlethings.com/dog-reaction-birthday-german-shepherd/
http://www.littlethings.com/dog-reaction-birthday-german-shepherd/#commentsThu, 30 Jul 2015 16:22:50 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=762031Birthdays can be such a beautiful thing, but for some of us, we dread adding one more digit to our age. But for Jäger, a rescued German Shepherd mix, he can barely contain his excitement when he realizes it is his birthday! According to his owner, "Truth be told, I’ve been a little upset about... View Article

]]>Birthdays can be such a beautiful thing, but for some of us, we dread adding one more digit to our age. But for Jäger, a rescued German Shepherd mix, he can barely contain his excitement when he realizes it is his birthday!

According to his owner, “Truth be told, I’ve been a little upset about the fact that my baby is all grown up and entered the double digits. He, on the other hand, seemed quite excited about it.”

After their morning walk, Jäger came bounding into the house, wagging his tail. When his owner asks, “Who’s 10 years old?”

Jäger jumps on his bed and gleefully answers his mom’s question, as he playfully jumps and twirls around in his bed. The dog’s sister Cosette (a Dogue de Bordeaux rescue who’s nickname is Smush) looks at her brother slightly confused by how much he’s carrying on.

The adorable moment was all captured on camera and Jäger’s owner hoped it’d just make her friends and family smile. Well, not long after, the video went viral with nearly 194,000 views on YouTube since it was uploaded on July 10.

The family plans to donate any of the proceeds from the video to their favorite animal rescue groups.

Please SHARE this video, so we can help other amazing rescue dogs find their forever homes.

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/dog-reaction-birthday-german-shepherd/feed/0Loving Chicken Adopts This Adorable Baby Ducklinghttp://www.littlethings.com/chicken-adopts-baby-duck/
http://www.littlethings.com/chicken-adopts-baby-duck/#commentsThu, 30 Jul 2015 16:03:12 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=759266The bond that a mother has with her baby is one that is strong in humans, pets, and wild animals. Time and time again, we have seen animals "adopt" or take care of another animal - sometimes of an entirely different species, like the cat that helped nurse a baby deer. These can be some of the most... View Article

]]>The bond that a mother has with her baby is one that is strong in humans, pets, and wild animals.

Time and time again, we have seen animals “adopt” or take care of another animal – sometimes of an entirely different species, like the cat that helped nurse a baby deer. These can be some of the most heartwarming stories to see an animal finally get a shot at motherhood and another animal finally get a chance to have a family. So when I saw this story about an abandoned baby duck that had escaped from a duckling production factory, I absolutely fell in love.

This cute little duckling managed to sneak out of a factory that vaccinates ducks for mass production. A girl discovered her in the parking lot and decided to take her and give her a good home on her farm. What happened to the duck when she reached the farm? My heart melted.

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/chicken-adopts-baby-duck/feed/0Wounded Warrior Saves A Stranger’s Life, Then Finally Gets To Meet Himhttp://www.littlethings.com/2-soldiers-meet-kleenex-ad/
http://www.littlethings.com/2-soldiers-meet-kleenex-ad/#commentsThu, 30 Jul 2015 16:03:04 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=761871Sometimes the toughest battle soldiers face is when they’ve returned home. And sometimes it’s the kindness of a total stranger that gets them through it. Countless soldiers arrive home from deployment only to suffer another kind of battle. We lose too many soldiers to PTSD and its crippling effects on all aspects of life. In... View Article

]]>Sometimes the toughest battle soldiers face is when they’ve returned home. And sometimes it’s the kindness of a total stranger that gets them through it.

Countless soldiers arrive home from deployment only to suffer another kind of battle. We lose too many soldiers to PTSD and its crippling effects on all aspects of life. In the video below, you’ll meet James, who returned home from Iraq and Afghanistan a broken man. He was on the brink of taking his own life when he met a woman named Mary.

Mary, who also knows firsthand the impact of war, saw a Facebook post that said a war vet named James was in trouble. Not only is Mary a breast cancer survivor, but she lost both of her arms while fighting for our country. She didn’t know James, but called him anyway. The two began a friendship that ultimately saved James’ life. “We still have never met in person, but we tend to talk like we’re old friends,” Mary says in the tear-jerking video below. Little does Mary know, that’s all about to change.

It’s no wonder this video is brought to us by Kleenex, because trust me, you’re gonna need them. Mary’s friendship, and James’ willingness to accept it, is remarkable. Please SHARE this video with your friends on Facebook!

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/2-soldiers-meet-kleenex-ad/feed/0She Wrote A Touching Letter To Her Cat’s Future Owner Before She Diedhttp://www.littlethings.com/cat-owner-wrote-letter/
http://www.littlethings.com/cat-owner-wrote-letter/#commentsThu, 30 Jul 2015 15:57:55 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=759131"What greater gift than the love of a cat?" author Charles Dickens once said. If you're a cat owner, chances are, this sentiment resonates. We often don't think about our pets as our property — rather, they are our valued companions and friends. We are familiar with their personality traits, their every quirk and fancy...and... View Article

One loving cat owner has completely put this thought into consideration, and has made sure that whoever would look after her cat after she passed, would truly know the peculiarities, the gentle kindness, and the loving spirit of her cat.

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/cat-owner-wrote-letter/feed/0Four Friends Use Beer Bottles To Play Johnny Cash Hitshttp://www.littlethings.com/johnny-cash-beer-bottle/
http://www.littlethings.com/johnny-cash-beer-bottle/#commentsThu, 30 Jul 2015 15:56:41 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=761351At a typical party several years ago, a group of friends decided to use beer bottles for more than just drinking: Philipp, Martin, Kaspar, and Johannes turned them into instruments and started jamming for the partygoers. Who would’ve thought their little impromptu performance would lead to international success with an appearance on Britain’s Got Talent... View Article

]]>At a typical party several years ago, a group of friends decided to use beer bottles for more than just drinking: Philipp, Martin, Kaspar, and Johannes turned them into instruments and started jamming for the partygoers.

Who would’ve thought their little impromptu performance would lead to international success with an appearance on Britain’s Got Talent in 2013 and more than 12 million views on their entertaining YouTube page?!

Now the group will also make country fans fall in love with them with their rendition of Johnny Cash’s “Folsom Prison Blues” and “Ring of Fire,” as seen below. They impressively hit every note and even enhace the track with some vocals around the 1:30 mark.

“The songs are a perfect combination of great melodies and a really cool and down to earth groove underneath,” the group wrote on YouTube. “And in this video we even introduce a brand new thing: the bottle pluck. Even though it looks quite straight forward playing bass on the headrack and plucks on the table, the multitasking was quite challenging in the beginning. But we don’t play bottles because it is easy, but because it is hard!”

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/johnny-cash-beer-bottle/feed/0Georgia Man Turns The Tables On Would-Be Carjackerhttp://www.littlethings.com/man-holds-carjacker-gunpoint/
http://www.littlethings.com/man-holds-carjacker-gunpoint/#commentsThu, 30 Jul 2015 15:12:53 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=761441An Atlanta man is being hailed a hero after turning the tables on would-be carjacker. Hashim Fannin stopped his Nissan in the parking lot at a Family Dollar when a strange man, identified as Edgar Horn, 61, hopped into the backseat. Feeling threatened by the suspect, Fannin pulled out his gun and was able to... View Article

]]>An Atlanta man is being hailed a hero after turning the tables on would-be carjacker. Hashim Fannin stopped his Nissan in the parking lot at a Family Dollar when a strange man, identified as Edgar Horn, 61, hopped into the backseat.

Feeling threatened by the suspect, Fannin pulled out his gun and was able to get Horn out of the vehicle. In the dramatic footage captured on camera, Fannin is seen holding the would-be carjacker at gunpoint until cops arrive.

“You were not trying to rob me,” Fannin said to the man on cellphone video of the incident. “Do you just get into random people’s cars… you thought I was your friend … you thought I was your friend… so you woke up stupid this morning?”

When police arrived, the robbery suspect was laying face down on the ground. Fannin put his gun down, and the police officer walks over and shakes his hand, before putting the suspect in handcuffs.

“Honestly, I look at it like this. That is one less guy I got to worry about bothering my mom when she’s out grocery shopping,” Fannin said.

According to a police report, the suspect was arrested for attempted robbery and entering an automobile.

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/man-holds-carjacker-gunpoint/feed/0Hundreds Of Motorcycles Show Up For Funeral Of Fallen Marinehttp://www.littlethings.com/marine-motorcycle-funeral-drone/
http://www.littlethings.com/marine-motorcycle-funeral-drone/#commentsThu, 30 Jul 2015 15:08:26 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=761696As a child, Skip Wells loved playing video games and playing outside with his friends. He was known as a friendly, welcoming young boy who loved to play sports as well as the clarinet. As the young boy grew into a young man, he eventually earned the right to be called a United States Marine;... View Article

]]>As a child, Skip Wells loved playing video games and playing outside with his friends. He was known as a friendly, welcoming young boy who loved to play sports as well as the clarinet.

As the young boy grew into a young man, he eventually earned the right to be called a United States Marine; he was a dedicated warrior who kept up his discipline and determination, all while keeping up his friendly nature with his fellow Marines.

So when an evil terrorist opened fire in the Chattanooga rampage this month, Wells was one of men who kept a clear head and instantly went into combat mode. He had everyone drop to the floor before falling back into a safer section of the room. It’s been reported that many more would have died had it not been for Wells’ and the other Marine’s heroism.

Unfortunately, Wells was hit and killed by the terrorist’s bullet. While he may be gone, many are remembering his bravery and giving nature. When he was finally laid to rest, thousands of local residents lined up to show their support and love for the fallen hero.

Hundreds of motorcycles joined in for Wells’ final funeral precession; this Marine was given the respect he deserved and the honor he earned for being the hero that he was. Watch the powerful footage taken from his funeral. While we can’t bring him back, we will never forget his sacrifice!

Our thoughts and prayers are with him and his grieving family.

Please SHARE this touching footage with your friends on Facebook! Never forget the sacrifices of all of our brave military men and women!

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/marine-motorcycle-funeral-drone/feed/0This Amazing Wedding Dance Is Like Nothing You’ve Seen Beforehttp://www.littlethings.com/emily-robby-wedding-dance/
http://www.littlethings.com/emily-robby-wedding-dance/#commentsThu, 30 Jul 2015 14:49:59 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=761636We've seen many surprise wedding dances, but this one has to be one of the most creative, fun, and unexpected of all. When Emily and Robby made their way downstairs to join their wedding reception, the guests knew something special was about to happen. I think the first clue was the hilarious pair of matching bride-and-groom sweatsuits. Sure, it... View Article

]]>We’ve seen many surprise wedding dances, but this one has to be one of the most creative, fun, and unexpected of all. When Emily and Robby made their way downstairs to join their wedding reception, the guests knew something special was about to happen. I think the first clue was the hilarious pair of matching bride-and-groom sweatsuits.

Sure, it began as a normal dance, but after two minutes, the music screeched to a halt and it only got weirder and wilder from there. The guests were left in awe as Emily and Robby broke into an epic medley of dance moves and music genres, including swing, Columbian, and modern hip hop.

The choreography is amazing, not to mention all the different props — fanny packs, Italian flags, and top hats? These two pulled out all the stops, and it just makes me wonder how long it took them to learn the dance so well.

Judging from their surprise performance, it’s clear this couple’s relationship is lighthearted, fun, and rooted in a close friendship. These two go together like peas and carrots! Congratulations, Emily and Robby!

Enjoy the dance below, and please SHARE this wedding surprise with your friends on Facebook!

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/emily-robby-wedding-dance/feed/0The Song Used In This Drunk Driving Advert Will Send Chills Down Your Spinehttp://www.littlethings.com/celebration-drinking-and-driving-ad/
http://www.littlethings.com/celebration-drinking-and-driving-ad/#commentsThu, 30 Jul 2015 14:00:15 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=761461"Celebration" by Kool & The Gang is the ultimate party song. Even though it was released in 1980, you still hear it at wedding receptions, birthdays, and in the car on the way to the dance club. It's a song about letting loose and having fun without abandon. But after seeing the video below, I... View Article

]]>“Celebration” by Kool & The Gang is the ultimate party song. Even though it was released in 1980, you still hear it at wedding receptions, birthdays, and in the car on the way to the dance club. It’s a song about letting loose and having fun without abandon. But after seeing the video below, I don’t think you’ll ever hear the classic disco tune the same.

The incredible advert you’re about to see marks the 50th anniversary of THINK! Road Safety’s anti-drink drive campaigning. According to the CDC, almost 30 people in the United States die in motor vehicle crashes that involve an alcohol-impaired driver every day. This amounts to one death every 51 minutes.

The ad below is set to “Celebration” and follows an alcohol-related car crash — from the minute emergency crews arrive on scene to the heartbreaking moment the police show up at the driver’s home to alert his mother that he died. The whole way through, the EMT, nurses, doctors, and everyone involved in trying to save the victims lip sync to the song, which the driver and passenger were listening to the second they crashed. The result is nothing short of eery.

This ad does a brilliant job of showing how in the flash of a second, a fun night out drinking can turn into a nightmare, all because of carelessness. Please SHARE this powerful video with your friends on Facebook.

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/celebration-drinking-and-driving-ad/feed/0If You’re A Parent, You’ll Relate To This Hilarious Taylor Swift Parody!http://www.littlethings.com/youre-parent-youll-relate-hilarious-taylor-swift-parody/
http://www.littlethings.com/youre-parent-youll-relate-hilarious-taylor-swift-parody/#commentsThu, 30 Jul 2015 13:57:08 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=759926It’s a truth universally acknowledged that parenting is one of the hardest jobs in the world. There’s just really nothing to top raising an entire person (or more than one!) when you haven’t showered in three days or slept through the night. Here to tell us exactly how it is: South Carolina mom Machel Green,... View Article

]]>It’s a truth universally acknowledged that parenting is one of the hardest jobs in the world. There’s just really nothing to top raising an entire person (or more than one!) when you haven’t showered in three days or slept through the night.

“Cool Mom,” set to the tune of Taylor Swift’s “Shake It Off,” takes us through a busy day in the life of the aforementioned cool mom, from “cleaning up the messes made,” to “getting stares from everyone” in the Costco parking lot.

Machel caps the parody off with what is the easily the comedic highlight of the flick. She and her girlfriends make it to the club for a mom’s night out. “I still got it,” she whispers triumphantly, as she collapses into bed at quarter to nine.

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/youre-parent-youll-relate-hilarious-taylor-swift-parody/feed/0Little Girl Cuts Off Her Beautiful Locks To Support “Boyfriend” With Cancerhttp://www.littlethings.com/girl-cuts-off-hair-for-cancer/
http://www.littlethings.com/girl-cuts-off-hair-for-cancer/#commentsThu, 30 Jul 2015 13:35:10 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=760176It's no secret that children are the ones who have the purest of hearts and the most genuine of intentions. They sense when others are in need, and often do not hesitate to do all they can to help. Nine-year-old Libby Tucker-Spiers has recently endeavored to help someone dear to her heart — her 7-year-old... View Article

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/girl-cuts-off-hair-for-cancer/feed/0Buffalo Springfield’s 1966 Classic Holds Its Own More Than Fifty Years Laterhttp://www.littlethings.com/buffalo-springfield-holds-its-own/
http://www.littlethings.com/buffalo-springfield-holds-its-own/#commentsThu, 30 Jul 2015 13:31:34 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=760806Now THIS is what I call a classic! Every song you hear on the radio today pales in comparison to this incredible rock ‘n roll tune. Nowadays, Buffalo Springfield’s anthem "For What It’s Worth," is the soundtrack to every documentary or news special about the late '60s. But if you actually remember the '60s, it... View Article

]]>Now THIS is what I call a classic! Every song you hear on the radio today pales in comparison to this incredible rock ‘n roll tune.

Nowadays, Buffalo Springfield’s anthem “For What It’s Worth,” is the soundtrack to every documentary or news special about the late ’60s. But if you actually remember the ’60s, it probably means something a little different to your ears, just like this performance by rock pioneer Rosetta Tharpe.

Buffalo Springfield was a short-lived band, but it launched the musical careers of both Neil Young and Stephens Stills, who went on to form one half of folk supergroup Crosby, Stills, Nash, and Young, and to inspire musicians like this incredible young man. A lot of their initial success was thanks to this song, which they wrote in 1966, and which topped the charts in 1967.

Though a lot of people still mistake the poignant tune as an anti-war song protesting the Vietnam War, it actually has nothing to do with the war. In fact, it was inspired by the Sunset Strip riots that rocked Los Angeles when the band was first starting out.

This was one of the most exciting times in the history of music, and young rock fans came out in droves to see their favorite bands perform around LA. When the city instituted curfew laws to appease residents, this unstoppable generation came out in droves to protect their rights.

Buffalo Springfield, one of the bands drawing those crowds of music fans, wrote “For What It’s Worth” to support the voices of the protesters, while also promoting a peaceful resolution to the conflict.

If you loved hearing this nostalgic chart-topper, please SHARE with your friends!

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/buffalo-springfield-holds-its-own/feed/0Tiny Foster Kitten Dances To “Uptown Funk”http://www.littlethings.com/kitten-uptown-funk/
http://www.littlethings.com/kitten-uptown-funk/#commentsThu, 30 Jul 2015 13:27:24 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=761301No matter where you go, "Uptown Funk" by Mark Ronson and Bruno Mars seems to playing. But it's not just humans who are grooving to the song — cats love the pop hit, too! Adorable foster kitten, Winnie, dances her little heart out when she hears the song and just can't get enough! Luckily, her foster parents turned on... View Article

Adorable foster kitten, Winnie, dances her little heart out when she hears the song and just can’t get enough! Luckily, her foster parents turned on the camera and recorded this moment because it is amazing!

She bobs her head to the beat and rocks out. (Of course, we all know this kitten is really just following a toy, but let’s just enjoy this clip for how cute it is!) Watching this silly cat get down makes me wanna dance. Just watch as she lets loose and really goes for it at :45, as Bruno Mars sings, “I’m too hot!”

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/kitten-uptown-funk/feed/03 Rescue Dogs Save Toddler From 400-Pound Bearhttp://www.littlethings.com/dogs-save-toddler-bear/
http://www.littlethings.com/dogs-save-toddler-bear/#commentsThu, 30 Jul 2015 13:27:23 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=761236Two years ago, Emily rescued a lab mix named Chief. Little did she know that Chief would one day rescue her 3 ½-year-old daughter in return. Every once in a while, Emily sees a 400-pound black bear wandering around her New Jersey backyard in the dark of night. But recently, the bear made a much... View Article

]]>Two years ago, Emily rescued a lab mix named Chief. Little did she know that Chief would one day rescue her 3 ½-year-old daughter in return.

Every once in a while, Emily sees a 400-pound black bear wandering around her New Jersey backyard in the dark of night. But recently, the bear made a much earlier and more shocking appearance in the middle of daytime.

Emily’s daughter Harper was playing in the yard, just as she does every sunny morning. Mom was sitting close by on the porch when she heard Harper screaming. “She yelled ‘Mommy!’ and I looked up and there was a big bear between us,” Emily said. The bear was back, and this time Harper was in harm’s way. That’s when Chief the Rescue Dog swooped in without hesitation and saved the day. This fearless dog grabbed the bear by his back leg to pull him away from Harper! Emily then grabbed her little girl and ran inside to call police. The family’s other two rescue dogs chased the bear until he fled into the woods and disappeared.

Officials warn homeowners to avoid attracting bears with food or garbage. From now on, Emily plans to keep a strong watchful eye on Harper and her dogs.

This just further proves that dogs are loyal ’til the end, and will do anything for their family’s safety. Watch Emily’s harrowing story below, and please SHARE this video with your friends on Facebook!

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/dogs-save-toddler-bear/feed/0Grandmother Saves 3-Year-Old Grandson From Drowninghttp://www.littlethings.com/grandmother-saves-grandson-drowning/
http://www.littlethings.com/grandmother-saves-grandson-drowning/#commentsThu, 30 Jul 2015 13:25:38 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=761256Police officer Tina Taylor and her family were gathered around this pool at a Pasadena home when her three-year-old grandson slipped and fell into the pool. Her training and instincts kicked in, and she jumped in to save the boy. "The craziness about it is we are all aware of pool safety, as an officer... View Article

]]>Police officer Tina Taylor and her family were gathered around this pool at a Pasadena home when her three-year-old grandson slipped and fell into the pool. Her training and instincts kicked in, and she jumped in to save the boy.

“The craziness about it is we are all aware of pool safety, as an officer I teach pool safety,” Taylor told KHOU.

“He was blue, a rag doll, he was unconscious,” said his mother. “I heard screaming, I ran out and they were pulling him out of the water.”

Finally, Taylor heard him take a breath. The boy was taken to the hospital and is doing fine.

According to Safe Kids Worldwide, “Swimming pools are the most common site for a drowning to occur for children ages 1 to 4.” Thankfully, parents (and grandparents) can play a key role in protecting children from drowning. Even if there are adults watching the kids, accidents happen quickly. If the pool isn’t fenced off, the child should be wearing a life jacket. It’s also important to know how to perform CPR — because every second counts!

The grandmother in this story refuses to be called a hero though, saying she did what anyone would do.

“I am not a hero, I’m not that’s not how that happened. This is God, I’m a tool for God in that situation and that’s wonderful,” said Taylor.

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/grandmother-saves-grandson-drowning/feed/0A Group Of Kids Teaches An NFL Star How To “Nae Nae”http://www.littlethings.com/jj-watt-nae-nae/
http://www.littlethings.com/jj-watt-nae-nae/#commentsWed, 29 Jul 2015 22:33:55 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=760711NFL star J.J. Watt visited a Houston YMCA this week to teach the children some of his football skills, but he left learning something new too. The young kids taught the Houston Texans defensive end how to properly do the “Nae Nae,” a dance that’s so popular even some police officers are doing it. "People... View Article

“People tell me I’m terrible at the ‘Nae Nae’,” said Watt, who previously used the dance in one of his touchdown celebrations.

The children took their teaching lesson pretty seriously and left Watt cracking up. Perhaps the 26-year-old’s next “Nae Nae” performance will be even better.

This isn’t the first time Watt made a child’s day. Earlier this year, he left a 12-year-old singer speechless after he performed the National Anthem at a Houston Rockets game.

“I’ve got the greatest job in the world, man,” Watt said at the YMCA outing. “I get to come out here and play a game every day and I get to do stuff like this. I mean, I realize how fortunate I am to be in the situation I’m in and I realize that someday, it’s all going to end. I don’t know why, but this year, I realized it more than ever, the fact that someday, this is all going to be over and someday, I’m not going to have all these great opportunities that I have, so I’m just trying to take advantage of everything I can and enjoy every moment I can.”

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/jj-watt-nae-nae/feed/0Beautiful Compilation Will Show You Why Dogs Are Man’s Best Friendhttp://www.littlethings.com/beautiful-compilation-will-show-dogs-mans-best-friend/
http://www.littlethings.com/beautiful-compilation-will-show-dogs-mans-best-friend/#commentsWed, 29 Jul 2015 22:31:00 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=760746Even as a cat person, I can admit that there's no shortage of reasons that dogs claim the title of man's best friend. In fact, if anything, their contributions in the way of companionship, service and therapy, and military services are vastly understated. They contribute far more to so many people than a partner with whom... View Article

]]>Even as a cat person, I can admit that there’s no shortage of reasons that dogs claim the title of man’s best friend. In fact, if anything, their contributions in the way of companionship, service and therapy, and military services are vastly understated.

They contribute far more to so many people than a partner with whom to play fetch. Perhaps the best example of this is Colonel the golden retriever, who literally brought a little boy named Caleb back from the brink of death. After a harrowing accident that left him nearly immobile as a small child, Caleb was eventually able to snap back through the ongoing therapy provided with the help of Colonel, who made rehabilitation a “game” rather than a painful chore.

There are countless many more stories like Caleb’s — but there are also innumerable other ways that dogs help us humans with necessary tasks.

That’s why the gorgeous compilation of photography below hits so close to the heart. It captures portraits of working dogs across the globe, a project by Minnesota photographer Andrew Fladeboe, whose own canine companion inspired his desire to make the series.

“I remember look at a sheep dog’s face as he looked up at his owner after a rough 10-hour muster,” he recalls of making the project. “It was filled with and dedication.” A gentle reminder that our canines are more than just our dogs.

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/beautiful-compilation-will-show-dogs-mans-best-friend/feed/0Scuba Divers Encounter Huge Mysterious Blob Floating Deep Underwaterhttp://www.littlethings.com/floating-sea-blob/
http://www.littlethings.com/floating-sea-blob/#commentsWed, 29 Jul 2015 22:28:51 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=759616This breathtaking video shows that no matter how much we think we know about our beautiful planet, there will always be something just as bizarre as it is beautiful hidden deep underneath the ocean's surface. Lutfu Tanriover was scuba-diving on the Mediterranean coast near his home in Turkey with some of his friends. They were having a... View Article

]]>This breathtaking video shows that no matter how much we think we know about our beautiful planet, there will always be something just as bizarre as it is beautiful hidden deep underneath the ocean’s surface.

Lutfu Tanriover was scuba-diving on the Mediterranean coast near his home in Turkey with some of his friends. They were having a normal diving day, the weather was perfect, and nothing crazy had happened: no shark attacks, no jellyfish stings — not a care in the world!

That’s when, in the deep distance, Tanriover saw something startling. A distant shadow shimmered against the distant reflection of the men’s flashlights. They had no idea what the mysterious object could have been, and as they kicked closer and closer to the object, the mystery only got more confusing.

A gigantic blob was left floating in the darkness of the sea. 75 feet under the surface, the pounds of pressure could be felt pushing the men down, but as they went to poke the giant blob, they didn’t know what to think of the floating form.

Though the men were a bit wary of what they were looking at, it took a team of scientists to figure out what the 13-foot wide sphere actually was. It turns out that this huge blob is most likely a gigantic squid egg mass. Filled with hundreds of thousands of baby squid, these floating nests usually are found a bit deeper underwater.

Have you ever seen something this amazing before? Let us know in the comments below!

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/floating-sea-blob/feed/0fThis breathtaawesome,Cool,crazy,wild animalsA Picture Of Shelter Pit Bulls Went Viral After They Began Hugginghttp://www.littlethings.com/pit-bull-sister-shelter-hug-adoption/
http://www.littlethings.com/pit-bull-sister-shelter-hug-adoption/#commentsWed, 29 Jul 2015 22:21:45 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=759971Sisterhood is a pretty profound relationship. Having a sister of my own, I know what it’s like. We just get and know one another. For instance, she knows that I will immediately start crying at the very beginning of any Pixar movie, and I get why she feels the need to endlessly make fun of me for... View Article

]]>Sisterhood is a pretty profound relationship. Having a sister of my own, I know what it’s like. We just get and know one another. For instance, she knows that I will immediately start crying at the very beginning of any Pixar movie, and I get why she feels the need to endlessly make fun of me for it throughout the entire movie. But I wouldn’t have it any other way. There is something powerful and unspoken about the bond between sisters. The relationship can give you strength when you’re at your lowest, and nothing is mightier than undying support. I feel like the bond of sisterhood is so intense, that it can go beyond just human emotions, and that other intelligent animals like elephants, dolphins, and dogs can share the same feelings. In fact, two sister pit bulls who were thrown into a shelter together seem to prove this very point. The two dogs were scared, alone, and unwanted. But their love for one another caused them to do something very special and now it’s going viral…

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/pit-bull-sister-shelter-hug-adoption/feed/0Swiss Farmer Goes Above And Beyond To Save His Cow, Has Her Airlifted To Safetyhttp://www.littlethings.com/cow-flying-through-the-swiss-countryside/
http://www.littlethings.com/cow-flying-through-the-swiss-countryside/#commentsWed, 29 Jul 2015 21:51:56 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=760201Here at Little Things, we just adore people who go above and beyond for the animals in their lives. Human beings who take care of animals are often tremendously empathetic, and we love to support their good work! In a particularly challenging week marked by the death of a beloved wild animal, it is doubly... View Article

]]>Here at Little Things, we just adore people who go above and beyond for the animals in their lives. Human beings who take care of animals are often tremendously empathetic, and we love to support their good work!

Yes, this video depicts a fairly common practice in Switzerland: transporting cows by helicopter. When I first watched this video, I was a bit shocked at the sight of a cow hoisted into the air by its midriff.

Surely, I thought, this can’t be comfortable for the animal. But as I read more about the practice, I learned that it’s actually the height of good animal husbandry. Pun definitely intended.

In Switzerland, a mountainous country with a long history of dairy farming, it is fairly common for cows to become stranded in a remote area. In this case, the cow injured her foot in a high-altitude pasture, and the farmers determined that it would be too painful to make her walk down the mountainside.

Instead, they strapped her into a secure harness, and had her lifted to a lower elevation by helicopter. In other words, the farmers essentially replicated a James Bond movie to keep their cow from experiencing further pain.

Now, if that isn’t an example of next-level animal care, I don’t know what is!

Please SHARE if you were impressed by this flying cow and her exceptionally thoughtful humans!

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/cow-flying-through-the-swiss-countryside/feed/0Hundreds of Boys Performed A Ritual Chant After Their Teacher Passed Awayhttp://www.littlethings.com/hundreds-boys-performed-ritual-chant-teacher-passed-away/
http://www.littlethings.com/hundreds-boys-performed-ritual-chant-teacher-passed-away/#commentsWed, 29 Jul 2015 21:47:47 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=759031Cultures all over the world mark the passing of a life in a thousand of different ways. But no matter where you are or how you mourn, the hallmark is incredible respect for the departed. Here in America, most people mourn by conducting a religious service and dressing in black. In New Zealand, grieving can... View Article

]]>Cultures all over the world mark the passing of a life in a thousand of different ways. But no matter where you are or how you mourn, the hallmark is incredible respect for the departed.

Here in America, most people mourn by conducting a religious service and dressing in black. In New Zealand, grieving can look a bit different.

One of the rituals associated with the death of a community leader is the ‘haka,’ a traditional dance of the country’s indigenous Maori people. The haka is characterized by rhythmic stomping and shouted chants, and can be applicable to almost any important occasion, from a declaration of war to your Nana’s birthday.

When Mr. Tamatea, a P.E. and Math teacher who also advised Maori student groups on campus, passed away, the boys he taught came out to celebrate a great life.

As the hearse pulls up at the funeral, the crowd of uniform-clad teenage boys are silent. Slowly, the thumping and shouting of the haka begins, lending an incredible sense of gravity to the already somber occasion.

Then, just as quickly, the boys fall silent once more and part to let the hearse through. The entire spectacle is so moving and raw that I had chills watching it.

Please SHARE if you got goosebumps watching this breathtaking celebration of an incredible life.

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/hundreds-boys-performed-ritual-chant-teacher-passed-away/feed/0Mom Blows Everyone Away With Her Unexpected Singing Voicehttp://www.littlethings.com/mom-opera-singer-street-performance/
http://www.littlethings.com/mom-opera-singer-street-performance/#commentsWed, 29 Jul 2015 21:41:10 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=759296The man in a pink shirt, who goes by the name Shockwave, sets up two microphones in the park. He puts up a sign that reads, "Take A Beat." "Take a number, take a beat, take a breath...Life is hectic and stressful with the noise of work, politics, and social media. Shockwave beatboxes with passersby... View Article

]]>The man in a pink shirt, who goes by the name Shockwave, sets up two microphones in the park. He puts up a sign that reads, “Take A Beat.”

“Take a number, take a beat, take a breath…Life is hectic and stressful with the noise of work, politics, and social media. Shockwave beatboxes with passersby to create something from nothing, reminding us that life is fun and music uplifts!” The description says, and boy is it accurate.

In an attempt to spread a little possibility with music, Shockwave beatboxes, or uses his mouth as instrument, and welcomes anyone to join him in the fun.

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/mom-opera-singer-street-performance/feed/0Mom In Pink Sees Him Performing. But No One Expected Her To Grab The Mic And Do THIS!The man in a pink shirt, who goes by the name Shockwave, sets up two microphones in the park. He puts up a sign that reads, "Take A Beat." "Take a number, take a beat, take a breath... Life is hectic and stressful with the noise of work, politics, and social media. Shockwave beatboxes with passersbyamazing,talentGirl Born Without A Face Finds A Sister Across The Worldhttp://www.littlethings.com/girl-without-face-story-danica-juliana-wetmore/
http://www.littlethings.com/girl-without-face-story-danica-juliana-wetmore/#commentsWed, 29 Jul 2015 21:36:48 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=752511It's hard to imagine a world where children are unwanted, but that's the kind of world so many little ones are born into in Eastern Europe and other areas around the world, where orphanages are overflowing. One little girl named Danica barely stood a chance at the orphanage she called home in the Ukraine. The... View Article

]]>It’s hard to imagine a world where children are unwanted, but that’s the kind of world so many little ones are born into in Eastern Europe and other areas around the world, where orphanages are overflowing.

By the grace of God, however, the orphanage workers were wrong, and the tiny 6-year-old’s story arrived in the right hands. As soon as Thom and Tami Wetmore saw a photo of Danica, they knew they needed her in their family. The Wetmores also have a daughter who suffers from Treacher-Collins syndrome, just like this brave man who’s on a mission to help others with the disease.

Their daughter Juliana’s condition is far worse and they didn’t want her to be alone in life. In the following video the Wetmores say that Danica exudes “Pure love, she loves everybody. She doesn’t judge anybody. She doesn’t see anybody as different.” Both girls are now 12 years old and live a happy life knowing they are not alone.

Their beautiful story needs to be shared, as it’s important to treat all people with the same love and understanding.

Please SHARE this amazing adoption story with all of your friends on Facebook…you just might inspire someone to help!

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/girl-without-face-story-danica-juliana-wetmore/feed/0Andre The Rescue Dog Shows Us That Everyone Deserves A Second Chancehttp://www.littlethings.com/andre-the-rescue-dog/
http://www.littlethings.com/andre-the-rescue-dog/#commentsWed, 29 Jul 2015 21:30:17 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=760026When a monster threw a beautiful little miniature pinscher out of their car, it was through fate that a man named Cedric Conwright was lucky enough to come across the small, feeble dog. It took months for this tiny pup to fully recover, but when he finally did, he became an amazing member of the family!... View Article

]]>When a monster threw a beautiful little miniature pinscher out of their car, it was through fate that a man named Cedric Conwright was lucky enough to come across the small, feeble dog.

It took months for this tiny pup to fully recover, but when he finally did, he became an amazing member of the family! His ability to make friends and his powerful little bark earned him the nickname Andre Bocelli!

Sandy Powers, the woman who took little Andre into her home, was so happy to have met this beautiful little dog, and when you scroll through his active and meaningful life below, you’ll happily agree that this is a pooch that anyone would be lucky to meet!

Andre proves that all dogs deserve a second chance, and that every single animal should be given a meaningful and loving “forever home.” Too often, cruel people will just throw away these living, breathing animals as if they were worthless trash. It’s time we put this to an end for good, and make sure that if there’s a dog in need, they’ll have a home to come to!

Please SHARE Andre the rescue dog with all of your friends on Facebook!

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/andre-the-rescue-dog/feed/0Abandoned And Broken Dog Gets Second Chance At Happy Lifehttp://www.littlethings.com/abandoned-broken-dog-gets-second-chance-happy-life/
http://www.littlethings.com/abandoned-broken-dog-gets-second-chance-happy-life/#commentsWed, 29 Jul 2015 21:28:35 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=760491We'd all like to think that if we saw an animal in need we'd take the necessary steps to ensure that animal was brought to safety. Unfortunately, it's not always that simple, and animals are frequently left in the streets to fend for themselves — often for the duration of their lives. So when animal... View Article

]]>We’d all like to think that if we saw an animal in need we’d take the necessary steps to ensure that animal was brought to safety. Unfortunately, it’s not always that simple, and animals are frequently left in the streets to fend for themselves — often for the duration of their lives.

So when animal rescue Hope For Paws was called in to see to a stray that had been reported homeless and injured, they weren’t sure what they were going to find. What they did discover was a senior dog asleep a dry grass area near a highway who appeared mangy and exhausted.

Knowing that this abandoned dog wouldn’t likely take to them right away and that they’d need to be careful, they took advantage of the opportunity to get collars around his neck so they could restrain him and get him to safety. In the process, the dog, whom they later named Rudolph, bit his tongue in the process — but he eventually realized that they were there to help him.

Once his rescuers were able to get him in his cage for transport, and incredible transformation began to take place in Rudolph. I’m not going to ruin this beautiful story for you, so watch the video below to watch what happens when strangers help a dog in need.

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/abandoned-broken-dog-gets-second-chance-happy-life/feed/0Powerful Poem Tells Us To Start Paying Attention To The World Around Ourselveshttp://www.littlethings.com/subway-love-poem/
http://www.littlethings.com/subway-love-poem/#commentsWed, 29 Jul 2015 21:27:14 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=759036As Max Stossel waited for a late train in New York City one day, he noticed a lot more than just a crowded platform. He paid attention to the frustrated fellow commuters, many of who made disgruntled noises to express their anger. “I was annoyed as well, but gave up and started laughing, and as... View Article

]]>As Max Stossel waited for a late train in New York City one day, he noticed a lot more than just a crowded platform. He paid attention to the frustrated fellow commuters, many of who made disgruntled noises to express their anger.

“I was annoyed as well, but gave up and started laughing, and as soon as I did others around me started laughing too,” Stossel told LittleThings in an email.

That’s where the inspiration for his poem, “Subway Love,” was created. The thought-provoking poem is accompanied by the below video, which shows just how much people can miss out on by focusing solely on a late train or perhaps by being angry with subway performers.

“What we don’t see is the tragedy at play as the love of each of our lives is standing just an arms length away. We won’t notice today. We see our soul mate as in the way of the beam of light we hope will display, indicating our train is not six but five seconds away,” the poem says.

Might sound unbelievable, but Stossel said one of the video’s producers, Sean Ferry, met his wife while using public transportation. Pretty awesome, right?

“When we rush through our lives, as so many New Yorkers do, it’s easy to see these situations as deeply and personally unfair, but when we shift our perspective it becomes clear that we’re all in it together. We’re surrounded by some of the most awesome people on earth yet we just stand in stressed-silence,” Stossel added. “I hope this poem can change that.”

Watch the clip below and please SHARE to encourage people to open their eyes!

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/subway-love-poem/feed/0Man Fighting For Disabled Rights Gets Permanently Banned From Starbuckshttp://www.littlethings.com/rob-rowen-banned-from-starbucks/
http://www.littlethings.com/rob-rowen-banned-from-starbucks/#commentsWed, 29 Jul 2015 21:23:58 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=759581Rob Rowen believes he was helping people, but Starbucks is saying he was disrupting business and threatening customers. The coffee chain has banned Rowen for life. The St. Petersburg, Florida, man believes he was on the right side of justice when he asked people who were illegally parked in the handicapped spot to move their... View Article

]]>Rob Rowen believes he was helping people, but Starbucks is saying he was disrupting business and threatening customers.

The coffee chain has banned Rowen for life. The St. Petersburg, Florida, man believes he was on the right side of justice when he asked people who were illegally parked in the handicapped spot to move their vehicles.

Most people complied but one woman called the police on Rowen. She was given a ticket. He was let go.

“She said I’m calling the police, you’re harassing me. I said go right ahead, so she ended up getting a ticket, which felt really good,” Rowen says.

But for Starbucks that was the last straw. One day he received a shocking letter in the mail.

“I get this letter, which shocked me,” Rowen says. “I regret to inform you you’ve been expelled from Starbucks,” Rowen reads from the letter.

Rowen had expected an apology or a thank you from Starbucks, but instead, he was told to never set foot in one again.

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/rob-rowen-banned-from-starbucks/feed/0Powerful Safety Ad Shows The Importance Of Keeping Your Eyes On The Roadhttp://www.littlethings.com/powerful-safety-ad-dont-look-back-accident-car/
http://www.littlethings.com/powerful-safety-ad-dont-look-back-accident-car/#commentsWed, 29 Jul 2015 21:08:46 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=693926We all have things in life that we look back on and wish we could change. Losing a child should never have to be one of them. In a brutally honest message about safety on the road, that's exactly what the following video from Road Safety Authority of Ireland does in the following emotional PSA. In... View Article

]]>We all have things in life that we look back on and wish we could change.

Losing a child should never have to be one of them. In a brutally honest message about safety on the road, that’s exactly what the following video from Road Safety Authority of Ireland does in the following emotional PSA.

In this recently viral video from AT&T, titled “It Can Wait,” we see how one text message can change a person’s life forever. I wouldn’t dare text and drive, as I know people who have lost their lives from accidentally looking at their phone, but I am definitely guilty of the terrifying thing that happens in this next video.

In this tragic yet moving video, the director was able to capture the pain and heartache of a woman’s lifetime spent looking back and wishing she did things a little differently. At the end of the video, we see the woman as a young mom, looking back at her young child.

I instantly got chills — this video definitely gets the point across and it’s important to spread its message.

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/powerful-safety-ad-dont-look-back-accident-car/feed/0The Groom Kept This Surprise For Months. She NEVER Saw It Coming!http://www.littlethings.com/groom-surprises-bride-song-flash-mob-2/
http://www.littlethings.com/groom-surprises-bride-song-flash-mob-2/#commentsWed, 29 Jul 2015 21:02:15 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=760626It's not easy to keep a secret from someone you care about...especially when the secret involves one of the biggest days of your life! I have to give this next groom a lot of credit for pulling off such an amazing moment for his new bride. We've seen some pretty awesome wedding day surprises here at LittleThings, but... View Article

According to this video’s YouTube description, Kenny had been plotting and planning for months to make his big day with Kayla one no one would ever forget. At the request of the groom, everyone at the couple’s wedding kept the big secret from the bride. Kenny worked with his groomsmen, the bridesmaids, family and even a handful of guests to knock his new wife off her feet.

Right after Kenny shared a sweet dance with his mom during the reception, Kenny grabbed the mic and started singing “Gone, Gone, Gone” by Phillip Phillips. What happens next is just magical. You just have to love it when someone goes above and beyond to make a fool of themselves for the person they love!

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/groom-surprises-bride-song-flash-mob-2/feed/0Giraffe Hotel And Conservation Compound Is The World’s Best Kept Secrethttp://www.littlethings.com/giraffe-hotel-conservation-compound-worlds-best-kept-secret/
http://www.littlethings.com/giraffe-hotel-conservation-compound-worlds-best-kept-secret/#commentsWed, 29 Jul 2015 20:59:40 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=760141Image the wildest animal experience you could possibly dream up and then add to a luxury boutique hotel... If giraffes happened to be a part of your exotic reverie, you're in luck. Giraffe Manor may just be the world's best kept secret. Giraffe Manor is a hotel and conservation compound in Nairobi, Kenya around which giraffes who... View Article

]]>Image the wildest animal experience you could possibly dream up and then add to a luxury boutique hotel… If giraffes happened to be a part of your exotic reverie, you’re in luck. Giraffe Manor may just be the world’s best kept secret.

Giraffe Manor is a hotel and conservation compound in Nairobi, Kenya around which giraffes who dwell in the neighboring forestry sweep through to grab any available morsels — even, as the picture proves, if it’s right out of your bowl. According to Forbes, the staff keep pellets around the grounds for these gorgeous beasts to feed on during the day, and at night they journey back into their wilderness dwellings.

“Come morning, the pacing giants are active again,” Forbes writes. “Just be careful as you enjoy your breakfast of eggs, fresh fruit, and Kenyan coffee, as they will poke their neck through the window and perhaps whack you hard on the head.” (Though a head bonk from a giraffe certainly would make a good story.)

The best part? This giraffe utopia is only a stone’s throw from the David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust, a conservation project aimed at protecting endangered animals of various species.

What did you think of this incredible project? Let us know in the comments and SHARE this post with your friends!

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/giraffe-hotel-conservation-compound-worlds-best-kept-secret/feed/0Can You Guess These Celebrities By Their Old Cheerleading Photos?http://www.littlethings.com/guess-the-celebrity-cheerleaders/
http://www.littlethings.com/guess-the-celebrity-cheerleaders/#commentsWed, 29 Jul 2015 20:41:37 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=755121Sometimes, we're so starstruck by the glitz and glamour that surround celebrities, that we forget they were once just normal people. Some of the most iconic celebrities were undoubtedly active in their schools, and must have played big roles in encouraging school spirit. And who has more spirit than a school cheerleader? If you love watching... View Article

And who has more spirit than a school cheerleader? If you love watching sports with a genuine passion, then you know that it’s about more than just numbers and scores. It’s not just about winning — it’s about rallying admirers of the game through a shared sense of enthusiasm and joy.

Many of the most talented and beautiful stars (from both the past and present) were once cheerleaders. From Academy Award winners and journalists to pop artists, the following stars have all donned a uniform of their school’s colors in the past and cheered their hearts out for the school team.

See if you can identify the celebrities below, and please SHARE if you were surprised by some of the answers!

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/guess-the-celebrity-cheerleaders/feed/0Jimmy Kimmel Chokes Up While Speaking About Cecil The Lionhttp://www.littlethings.com/jimmy-kimmel-cecil-lion/
http://www.littlethings.com/jimmy-kimmel-cecil-lion/#commentsWed, 29 Jul 2015 20:37:02 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=760126As the international outrage continues over the killing of one of Zimbabwe’s beloved lions by a Minnesota dentist, famous television host Jimmy Kimmel stressed his disgust with the tragedy. "The big question is: Why are you shooting a lion in the first place? I mean, I'm honestly curious to know why a human being would... View Article

]]>As the international outrage continues over the killing of one of Zimbabwe’s beloved lions by a Minnesota dentist, famous television host Jimmy Kimmel stressed his disgust with the tragedy.

“The big question is: Why are you shooting a lion in the first place? I mean, I’m honestly curious to know why a human being would feel compelled to do that,” he said on Tuesday night’s Jimmy Kimmel Live. “How is that fun?”

Since animals can’t be killed within park grounds, Walter James Palmer is believed to have lured Cecil the lion out of Hwange National Park on July 1. He then shot, killed, beheaded, and skinned him. Although Palmer claims he thought the hunt was legal and was unaware of the animal’s identity, Kimmel called his actions “vomitus.”

The 13-year-old lion, who was also tracked with a GPS for Oxford University research, was a favorite among Zimbabweans and park visitors.

“He never bothered anybody,” said Johnny Rorigues, head of the Zimbabwe Conservation Task Force. “He was one of the most beautiful animals to look at.”

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/jimmy-kimmel-cecil-lion/feed/0A Grandmother Catches 4 Men Stealing Her Car And Has The Most Hilarious Reactionhttp://www.littlethings.com/grandma-stolen-car/
http://www.littlethings.com/grandma-stolen-car/#commentsWed, 29 Jul 2015 20:36:38 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=758546Growing up, my parents instilled in me just how important it is to keep a sense of humor about things. Life can be hard sometimes, but my parents made sure I knew that it was better to always look on the bright side. And laughter was one easy way to do that. As I've gotten older,... View Article

]]>Growing up, my parents instilled in me just how important it is to keep a sense of humor about things.

Life can be hard sometimes, but my parents made sure I knew that it was better to always look on the bright side. And laughter was one easy way to do that. As I’ve gotten older, I’ve always looked for humor in life whenever I could. So naturally when I read this hilarious story about a grandmother who interrupts a carjacking, I knew I had to share it.

This woman’s story has actually been flying around the internet for decades. And while everyone is careful to say that this is, in fact, a true story, no one has been able to track down this grandma yet.

This elderly woman leaves the store with her shopping bags, only to discover that four men are attempting to drive off with her car. Her response is pure gold, and I cannot stop laughing about it.

Did this story’s unexpected twist make you laugh out loud like it did for me? Let us know in the comments.

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/grandma-stolen-car/feed/0Man Quits His Job And Travels The World For 3 Years To Find “Home”http://www.littlethings.com/walter-chang-travel-world-3-years-quit-job/
http://www.littlethings.com/walter-chang-travel-world-3-years-quit-job/#commentsWed, 29 Jul 2015 20:29:51 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=758431Tired of the rat race and working 9-5?! You're far from alone. Studies show that most people are already exhausted and hate their jobs before the age of 35. Many others face an inevitable "mid-life crisis" after working for so long and either have very little to show for it or dissatisfaction with their lives. This... View Article

You’re far from alone. Studies show that most people are already exhausted and hate their jobs before the age of 35. Many others face an inevitable “mid-life crisis” after working for so long and either have very little to show for it or dissatisfaction with their lives.

This is why it’s so important to take some time for ourselves to do something that truly makes us happy. Everyone’s dreams are different, but we all need a little something extra besides work. While some people are fortunate enough to have the financial freedom to take a vacation anytime they like, most of us have to work hard to save for such luxuries.

A few years back, Walter Chang foresaw his life going a little differently than he wanted, so he decided to do something about it. In 2009, Chang started saving up his money for the adventure of a lifetime. It took him two and a half years before he was ready to do what so many people dream of: quit his job and take a trip around the world.

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/walter-chang-travel-world-3-years-quit-job/feed/0A Grandpa’s Favorite Pony Came To Visit Him In The Nursing Homehttp://www.littlethings.com/grandpa-tiny-shetland-pony-visit-nursing-home-norway/
http://www.littlethings.com/grandpa-tiny-shetland-pony-visit-nursing-home-norway/#commentsWed, 29 Jul 2015 20:26:49 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=758346They say that a smile is the best medicine. Which is great, because there are a couple of things that can make most people smile, like a cute little lap dog, a precious mini pony, or a mini pony that thinks it’s a lap dog. But then there are those unique things that are individual... View Article

But then there are those unique things that are individual to all of us, that, when presented, can make us glow.

For me, a heartwarming tale about a senior can make me melt. I especially like it when that older person embraces the term “golden years,” lives life to the fullest, and goes against the grain — like a grandma who fled her nursing home to get a matching tattoo with her granddaughter.

My most recent favorite, however, is a story about a grandfather who loved nothing more than a certain equine. Yet, due to illness, he was unable to visit his favorite four-legged filly…but that didn’t stop him.

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/grandpa-tiny-shetland-pony-visit-nursing-home-norway/feed/0Baby Pugs Have A Faux Wrestling Match In Adorable Cliphttp://www.littlethings.com/baby-pugs-faux-wrestling-match-adorable-clip/
http://www.littlethings.com/baby-pugs-faux-wrestling-match-adorable-clip/#commentsWed, 29 Jul 2015 20:21:04 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=757831It's that time of the week when you may be feeling like you need some sort of a morale booster. Maybe it's been an especially trying work week, or maybe you're just ready to zip through to the weekend and need a pick-me-up. You're in luck, because we have just that. (As for you animal... View Article

]]>It’s that time of the week when you may be feeling like you need some sort of a morale booster. Maybe it’s been an especially trying work week, or maybe you’re just ready to zip through to the weekend and need a pick-me-up. You’re in luck, because we have just that. (As for you animal lovers, this is a good one for any occasion!)

We’re pug enthusiasts here at LittleThings (for those unfamiliar, we have an office pug named Smokey’s who is something of a mascot around these parts). So when we saw the fur babies in the video below, we knew we had to pass them along.

In a squeal-worthy new video from The Pet Collective, two adorable pugs roll around and play a puppy game of leap frog in tweet baby bibs (no seriously — this is the cutest thing you’ll see all day). These silly pugs are so sweet that even their fosters tasked with recording the bouncing babies have a difficult time holding back their fits of laughter as they wrestle and wag their tails in puppy bliss.

So if you know someone who could use a smile today — whether a coworker, friend, or loved one — do the noble thing and pass along these too-cute-for-words little rascals.

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/baby-pugs-faux-wrestling-match-adorable-clip/feed/0Timo The Cat Gets His Own Baby Mobilehttp://www.littlethings.com/timo-cat-baby-mobile/
http://www.littlethings.com/timo-cat-baby-mobile/#commentsWed, 29 Jul 2015 20:19:50 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=759821Timo the Ragdoll cat has ditched his his hammock and favorite stuffed animals for a brand new toy: a feline mobile. Created to look like a baby crib mobile, this toy is made specifically for cats. The motorized mobile spins and plays music. Instead of soothing the cat, this is meant for play. The toy... View Article

Created to look like a baby crib mobile, this toy is made specifically for cats. The motorized mobile spins and plays music. Instead of soothing the cat, this is meant for play. The toy has five dangling mice that are full of catnip.

During a cat nap, his owner installed the new mobile. When Timo wakes up and discovers the new toy, he cautiously checks it out before jumping right into playtime. Looking like a big, fluffy baby, Timo the Ragdoll cat has fun playing and attacking the little stuffed mice on his mobile.

As most cat owners know, you give a cat a toy — you know, one of those that kind of moves around on its own — and the fun and entertainment can go on for hours. No doubt, Timo will be amused for a long time. Couldn’t you just watch this adorable cat for hours?!

While most of us love spoiling our cats and dogs, Timo the cat is definitely treated like a king. Watch Timo in action, and we guarantee that you won’t be able to get enough.

Enjoy! And please SHARE this adorable cat with your friends on Facebook.

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/timo-cat-baby-mobile/feed/06-Year-Old Boy With Dwarfism Shares A Touching Message About Being “Different”http://www.littlethings.com/grant-dwarfism-message/
http://www.littlethings.com/grant-dwarfism-message/#commentsWed, 29 Jul 2015 20:14:20 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=759056He may look a little different, and that's OK. This amazing little boy wants the world to know that even though he doesn't look like most 6-year-olds, he's exactly like any other little boy. When I first started watching this touching video, I was completely stunned. How can such a young boy know so much about love... View Article

Since they are about the same size, many people assume Grant and his baby brother are twins. However, while most little kids would be heartbroken hearing such things, what Grant has to say about his size is completely inspiring.

Grant’s mom, Amy Pearce, posted the following video to YouTube, at the request of her brave little boy, who humbles us with his beautiful words. “My wish for the world is that everyone can love one another,” Grant says in the heartwarming video. “We’re are all just people doing our very best.”

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/grant-dwarfism-message/feed/0Marine Flies Across The Globe To Surprise His Younger Sister On Her Wedding Dayhttp://www.littlethings.com/marine-sister-wedding-surprise-aisle/
http://www.littlethings.com/marine-sister-wedding-surprise-aisle/#commentsWed, 29 Jul 2015 20:01:35 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=752411Being away from your loved ones is so difficult...especially when you have to miss out on something important. One thing I admire most about our brave men and women of the military is how they put their country and other people first, before their own wants and needs. People tend to easily forget just how... View Article

In this video, we saw how a new father traveled nearly 24 hours straight just to meet his new baby girl. The thought of this dad watching his daughter’s birth via Skype made me feel heartbroken, and I was so happy that he was released early and able to make the big trip. In the following story, we learn of a young Marine who is supposed to be stationed in Japan…or so his family thought. Drew was heartbroken to have to miss his sister Kady’s wedding day, so he decided to secretly plan a trip halfway across the world to be there for her big day in Iowa.

Kady’s dad walked her down the stairs to the aisle and when they got there, she was stunned to see her big brother. Nothing beats this amazing family moment!

Please SHARE this video to show your support to all the military members who sacrifice time away from their loved ones!

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/marine-sister-wedding-surprise-aisle/feed/0This Boyfriend Creatively Pops The Big Question In A Movie Theaterhttp://www.littlethings.com/movie-theater-proposal-2/
http://www.littlethings.com/movie-theater-proposal-2/#commentsWed, 29 Jul 2015 19:43:15 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=757511If you watch TV, movies, or even viral videos online, you know that proposals get bigger and better everyday. With all of the epic and amazing proposals already out there, it can be hard to outshine them or even compete. Although going all out can make for an awesome proposal, sometimes a more personal and... View Article

]]>If you watch TV, movies, or even viral videos online, you know that proposals get bigger and better everyday. With all of the epic and amazing proposals already out there, it can be hard to outshine them or even compete.

Although going all out can make for an awesome proposal, sometimes a more personal and intimate proposal can be even better.

Somehow, the guy in this video, Corey Michael, is able to get the perfect mix of the two when he proposes to his girlfriend Alyssa Soncrant.

Like another amazing proposal we saw, which took place in a movie theater that played the perfect proposal trailer, Corey Michael decided that the movies was the perfect spot to ask Alyssa to be his wife.

But he didn’t just send her off to see any regular old movie when she went with his mom to the theater. Instead, he filmed his very own movie dedicated to her, called “Soncrant No More“, that shows off both his sweet and humorous side…two traits we’re sure Alyssa treasures.

Once the theater is packed with their closest family and friends, Corey shows up to pop the big question and bring us and everyone else to tears with his sweet words.

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/movie-theater-proposal-2/feed/0This Tiny House In A Tree Is The Perfect Secluded Getawayhttp://www.littlethings.com/tiny-house-in-a-tree/
http://www.littlethings.com/tiny-house-in-a-tree/#commentsWed, 29 Jul 2015 19:10:08 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=756621When I was a kid, one of my favorite parts about spending time in the backyard was playing in the treehouse my dad had built. I look back fondly on my treehouse memories. That was probably the first time in my life that I was drawn to a tiny house. But it never dawned on me that... View Article

]]>When I was a kid, one of my favorite parts about spending time in the backyard was playing in the treehouse my dad had built.

I look back fondly on my treehouse memories. That was probably the first time in my life that I was drawn to a tiny house. But it never dawned on me that I could still enjoy a treehouse as an adult. When I saw this gorgeous tiny home built in a tree, I knew I absolutely wanted to live there.

This amazing tiny home combines the comforts of a modern house with the joy that comes from living in a tree. Set among the mountains in the Green Mountain National Forest in Lincoln, Vermont, this truly is a unique tiny house. And with a tree growing right through the living room, the inside is even cooler than the outside. I want to know how I can get one of these for myself!

Would you want to live in a treehouse tiny home? Let us know in the comments.

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/tiny-house-in-a-tree/feed/0Meet The Prison Inmates Who Find Purpose In Training Service Dogshttp://www.littlethings.com/inmates-train-service-dogs/
http://www.littlethings.com/inmates-train-service-dogs/#commentsWed, 29 Jul 2015 19:08:09 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=759736Saint Francis Service Dogs places service dogs with children and adults living with disabilities -- but the program would be nothing without a group of prison inmates. That's right -- this organization partners with the Virginia Department of Corrections and a men's prison where inmates raise and train the dogs from puppyhood. You're about to... View Article

]]>Saint Francis Service Dogs places service dogs with children and adults living with disabilities — but the program would be nothing without a group of prison inmates. That’s right — this organization partners with the Virginia Department of Corrections and a men’s prison where inmates raise and train the dogs from puppyhood.

You’re about to hear from the inmates themselves as they describe the purpose and hope provided by their four-legged companions. Everything about this program is incredibly powerful — from the second the inmates take the tiny puppies into their cells and give them names, to the bittersweet goodbye once the dog is ready to go to his or her new home.

It’s programs like this one that brings out a different side of these men beneath the tough exterior. Interacting with these dogs has a way of turning the most hardened inmates into a big pile of mush. They’re able to be compassionate and soft without being seen as weak. At the same time, the program has a brilliant way of keeping them on a straight-and-narrow path while serving their time. “You can’t go out here and gamble or fight. You have to stay spotless to be in this program. We know if we mess up, we’re going to lose the dogs,” one inmate poignantly says.

Do you think more prisons across the country would benefit from a program like this? Let us know, and please SHARE this video with your friends on Facebook!

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/inmates-train-service-dogs/feed/0NASA Films Stunning Images Of Earth From The International Space Stationhttp://www.littlethings.com/earth-from-space-4k-nasa-iss/
http://www.littlethings.com/earth-from-space-4k-nasa-iss/#commentsWed, 29 Jul 2015 18:54:15 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=759101The International Space Station has been orbiting our planet since its launch in 1998. With over 100,000 revolutions around our Earth, the ISS also holds the record for having been continuously occupied by humans for 14 years and counting! The ISS is also the largest man-made object in orbit and it can even be seen... View Article

]]>The International Space Station has been orbiting our planet since its launch in 1998. With over 100,000 revolutions around our Earth, the ISS also holds the record for having been continuously occupied by humans for 14 years and counting!

The ISS is also the largest man-made object in orbit and it can even be seen with the naked eye if you know where and when to look out for it swooping across the sky.

The floating station is a symbol of hope and peace for the whole world. With the official ownership of the space station being established by an intergovernmental agreement of amity and friendship, this amazing piece of equipment shows just what can happen when people set down their differences and join together in friendship. While we may have our differences down here on the soil, it’s comforting to know that up there in space there are all kinds of people working together and breathing the same air.

The video below shows some absolutely stunning images from the ISS. Using advanced cameras and new technologies they finally managed to upload a “super HD” video onto YouTube. Clearer than anything you’ve ever seen on the internet, this amazing clip from NASA will leave you in awe at the sheer beauty of our home planet.

Heartbreakingly, at the 3:08 mark, it looks like what may be an oil spill, and while the Earth is beautiful to behold, the 2:30 mark has a hilarious little moment with one of the astronauts. Who knew that eating in space would be so hard?

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/earth-from-space-4k-nasa-iss/feed/0Triple Threat Are The Unexpected Favorite On ‘America’s Got Talent’http://www.littlethings.com/triple-threat-unexpected-favorite/
http://www.littlethings.com/triple-threat-unexpected-favorite/#commentsWed, 29 Jul 2015 18:48:11 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=757771As Triple Threat walked on stage for their performance on America's Got Talent, the crowd quickly erupted into applause and shouts of approval. As the trio moves into view, they're perhaps the three most unlikely recipients of this favoritism — but they prove themselves worthy. "Watch out, One Direction!" they kid, as one makes an incredulous grimace. Triple Threat... View Article

]]>As Triple Threat walked on stage for their performance on America’s Got Talent, the crowd quickly erupted into applause and shouts of approval. As the trio moves into view, they’re perhaps the three most unlikely recipients of this favoritism — but they prove themselves worthy. “Watch out, One Direction!” they kid, as one makes an incredulous grimace.

Triple Threat first wooed the AGT crowd a couple months back with their cover of MKTO’s “Classic,” with audience members on their feet and clapping along before they’d even gotten halfway through their song. The best part? One was even in crutches! So affable and sweet are these guys that even their plaid and khaki-clad ensembles, they’re a crowd favorite.

Taking the stage at Radio City Music Hall, the Arkansas natives joked about their Average Joe fame and their AGT fans before performing a rendition of “Problem” by Ariana Grande. Grooving in their adorable “boy next door” dance mode, the three young men have the whole audience cheering them on. Even judge Heidi Klum starts singing along to the pop ballad. “People are on their feet!” says Nick Cannon as they finished their performance. It’s probably fair to assume these guys are going to give the other contestants a run for their money.

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/triple-threat-unexpected-favorite/feed/0This Viral Photo Proves You Don’t Need Arms To Give A Hughttp://www.littlethings.com/jessica-cox-hug/
http://www.littlethings.com/jessica-cox-hug/#commentsWed, 29 Jul 2015 18:20:52 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=758136Jessica Cox was born without arms. As a kid she was bullied by her peers, often called "hook," or "robot girl." She and her mother both became severely depressed because they felt Jessica would always be the odd-man-out. However, after Jessica's mom put her in a dance recital when she was 6 years old, she... View Article

]]>Jessica Cox was born without arms. As a kid she was bullied by her peers, often called “hook,” or “robot girl.” She and her mother both became severely depressed because they felt Jessica would always be the odd-man-out.

However, after Jessica’s mom put her in a dance recital when she was 6 years old, she became an unstoppable force. Today Jessica is a pilot, trained martial artist, and motivational speaker.

Recently a photograph of her and 3-year-old RE Pranke has gone viral. RE (short for Ruth Evelyn) was also born without arms.

“It was amazing,” Karlyn ABC News. “I’m just grateful that we had the opportunity to show everyone that it doesn’t matter if you have arms or not, that you can do the same things as everyone else — you just may have to do it a little differently.”

In the photograph Jessica and RE share a beautiful moment where they hug without arms.

See the touching story below and SHARE if you love seeing people beat the odds!

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/jessica-cox-hug/feed/0Powerful Cyclist Lifts Car Blocking The Bike Lanehttp://www.littlethings.com/biker-lifts-car-video/
http://www.littlethings.com/biker-lifts-car-video/#commentsWed, 29 Jul 2015 18:03:30 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=757726Although government officials around the world attempt to make roads safe for bikers in their cities, there are still many citizens who don’t pay much attention to bike lanes. The cyclist featured in the video below seems to have had enough and used his physical strength to deal with the situation. The video’s Portuguese title, which... View Article

]]>Although government officials around the world attempt to make roads safe for bikers in their cities, there are still many citizens who don’t pay much attention to bike lanes.

The cyclist featured in the video below seems to have had enough and used his physical strength to deal with the situation. The video’s Portuguese title, which translates to “The strongest man in the world,” might sound like a hyperbole, but you’ll probably change your mind once you watch it.

Instead of riding around the parked car he sees blocking the bike lane, the man decides to lift the heavy vehicle himself. He puts his two hands under the car’s bumper and quickly shoves the over 1,500-pound car out of the way.

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/biker-lifts-car-video/feed/0Teens Rescue Elderly Couple From Sinking Carhttp://www.littlethings.com/teens-save-elderly-couple/
http://www.littlethings.com/teens-save-elderly-couple/#commentsWed, 29 Jul 2015 17:59:23 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=757476One thing that we here at LittleThings know is that you can never truly be prepared for what life might throw at you. No matter how in control you think you are, one can never really anticipate all of life's many curveballs. The only thing you can do when something drastic and unexpected happens is take a deep breath... View Article

]]>One thing that we here at LittleThings know is that you can never truly be prepared for what life might throw at you. No matter how in control you think you are, one can never really anticipate all of life’s many curveballs.

The only thing you can do when something drastic and unexpected happens is take a deep breath and trust your gut.

It’s exactly what two teenagers from Brussels did when they happened upon a car in the middle of a lake in East Flanders, Belgium.

As they cautiously approached the slowly sinking car, they found exactly what they were dreading… two people were still stuck inside!

You might remember a video that Good Morning America created to help people in this exact situation, but due to the severity and the confusion caused by this accident, this elderly and disabled couple were unable to get themselves out.

Their only chance at survival was put solely in the hands of 17-year-old Robbe Haems and 18-year-old Bjorn Cuvelier, but they had to act fast.

According to the news reports, the teens had to get into the water to pry open the door in order to get the man out, and with the help of the photographer and other bystanders the couple is now safe and back on dry land!

Please SHARE this video to show your support for these amazing young men!

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/teens-save-elderly-couple/feed/08-Year-Old Zion Harvey Receives First Double Hand Transplant In A Childhttp://www.littlethings.com/first-double-hand-transplant-in-a-child/
http://www.littlethings.com/first-double-hand-transplant-in-a-child/#commentsWed, 29 Jul 2015 17:46:56 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=758091Zion Harvey is having some trouble with his hands. Grasping things is difficult, moving his fingers independently is a challenge. But none of that matters to him. Every little movement is a blessing, because just one month ago, Zion didn’t have hands at all. This angelic 8-year-old has been a quadruple amputee for most of... View Article

Now, thanks to the pediatric surgeons at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, Zion is the first child ever to receive a double hand transplant. His mom, Pattie Ray is thrilled for the opportunity for her son, saying, “When I first saw the hands, I got teary-eyed.”

She initially took him to a neighboring hospital looking for more comfortable prosthetics, but doctors quickly realized that Zion was a good candidate for surgery. They quickly set about looking for a donor.

Like this girl who received a new pair of lungs, they had to wait for suitable match to become available, but a pair of donor hands finally became available. Earlier this month, a team of 40 medical professionals attached the new hands over the course of a ten-hour surgery.

Now, Zion is in physical therapy 3–5 times a day, and is progressing quickly. But his biggest dream? To throw a football. His medical team say that, once he’s done with rehab, he’ll be throwing spirals just like his idol, quarterback Joe Flacco.

Please SHARE if you’re amazed by this bright and bubbly boy and his wonderful doctors!

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/first-double-hand-transplant-in-a-child/feed/0Entire Wedding Dances In Sync To “Uptown Funk”http://www.littlethings.com/entire-wedding-dances-sync-uptown-funk/
http://www.littlethings.com/entire-wedding-dances-sync-uptown-funk/#commentsWed, 29 Jul 2015 17:45:46 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=758611Maybe it started with ‘Love Actually.’ You know, that scene where Keira Knightley is getting married, and people in the crowd at her wedding suddenly produce instruments to play her down the aisle? Whatever the impetus, it seems like every other couple these days stages a flash mob at their wedding. Just look at these groomsmen... View Article

That’s why this particular wedding flash mob made for an interesting twist on the new tradition! Instead of the bride and groom setting up an elaborate event, their guests took the dancing into their own hands.

After the happy newlyweds walk down the aisle after their ceremony, music suddenly starts playing. The startled couple stops, and turns around, only to see their bridal party getting started on a truly epic dance routine.

At first, it’s just the bridesmaids and groomsmen, bopping along to Bruno Mars’ hit summer jam “Uptown Funk.” Pretty quickly, though, the entire crowd is involved in one of the cutest, most enthusiastic wedding dances we’ve ever seen!

Please SHARE with your friends if you thought this was totally adorable!

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/entire-wedding-dances-sync-uptown-funk/feed/0The Judges Freak Out When They Hear Him Sing A James Brown Classichttp://www.littlethings.com/charly-luske-its-a-mans-world-the-voice/
http://www.littlethings.com/charly-luske-its-a-mans-world-the-voice/#commentsWed, 29 Jul 2015 17:38:11 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=757586In case you haven't noticed, we're pretty big fans of talent competition shows here at LittleThings. The show that started it all, American Idol, is sadly coming to a close after 14 years in 2016, but luckily protégés like The Voice are hotter than ever before. We've seen some pretty awesome performances from the U.S. version of the... View Article

After seeing this video from The Voice: Holland, I was convinced that our neighbors across the pond have some of the best singers on the planet and there’s no denying that this next performer only adds to that argument. Meet Charly Luske, a 36-year-old singer from Amsterdam who made the The Voice judges go wild with only a few notes.

For his blind audition, the talented singer chose the James Brown classic “It’s A Man’s, Man’s, Man’s World” from 1966. We’ve seen this song chosen before for the big stage, but no one has ever come close to a reaction like this from the judges. It was clear after just a few seconds that he had that something special they were looking for…and once they saw him, they realized he wasn’t too bad to look at, either!

Did you love this handsome crooner’s performance? SHARE this video on your Facebook page, so your friends can enjoy, too!

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/charly-luske-its-a-mans-world-the-voice/feed/0Watch This Bird Sing “Everything Is Awesome”http://www.littlethings.com/bird-sings-lego-song/
http://www.littlethings.com/bird-sings-lego-song/#commentsWed, 29 Jul 2015 17:36:28 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=757526I have always been extremely fascinated — although admittedly somewhat frightened — by birds. It's not because I think they are mean, it's just that I know how incredibly smart they are and that kind of freaks me out! While I love to look at them from afar and admire just how pretty they are, if one approached me... View Article

]]>I have always been extremely fascinated — although admittedly somewhat frightened — by birds. It’s not because I think they are mean, it’s just that I know how incredibly smart they are and that kind of freaks me out!

While I love to look at them from afar and admire just how pretty they are, if one approached me to have a conversation, I’d probably be pretty dumbstruck…but that’s the kind of thing some birds like to do!

There aren’t very many other animals that you can teach to talk and sing and repeat the things you say, so that alone proves just how clever they are. Combine that with the fact that I have seen things like the video of the bird who whistles and “claps” along to “If You’re Happy And You Know It,” the video of a wild bird who strikes up a conversation with some park goers, and the video of the bird who refuses to go to the vet; I have a whole lot of reasons to have my reservations when it comes to birds.

This video of a Yellow Nape Amazon named Princess Yellow Feather can now be added to the list of incredible bird videos, and this one makes me a little less scared of birds, too!

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/bird-sings-lego-song/feed/0Pregnant Horse Gives Birth To Twin Miracle Foalshttp://www.littlethings.com/daisy-twin-foals-miracle/
http://www.littlethings.com/daisy-twin-foals-miracle/#commentsWed, 29 Jul 2015 16:55:42 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=758661Jenni is the owner and founder of Saratoga Stud in South Africa. She's a passionate horse lover, breeder, rider, and caretaker. In November of 2014, Jenni's world lit up with joy when one of her most beloved mares named Daisy became pregnant with her first foal. Daisy was seven days past her due date when... View Article

]]>Jenni is the owner and founder of Saratoga Stud in South Africa. She’s a passionate horse lover, breeder, rider, and caretaker. In November of 2014, Jenni’s world lit up with joy when one of her most beloved mares named Daisy became pregnant with her first foal.

Daisy was seven days past her due date when Jenni and her co-worker Guy were called up to the stables by their night watch, saying she was in labor. They made it just in time to help Daisy’s beautiful palomino colt, Don Quixote, into the world. They were a bit surprised at his smallish size considering Daisy is such a big horse, but were thrilled with his beauty nonetheless.

Then, suddenly, Jenni’s dogs began to bark uncontrollably. When she and Guy went to inspect, they made a shocking discovery. Daisy looked like she was in labor… again! The new mom laid down to push, but once she saw Don Quixote standing up, she was more interested in her newborn son than pushing out another baby. After knowing for sure that a second foal was on the way, Guy quickly pulled her out as Jenni caught her. They held their breath, hoping for signs of life; the chances of having live, healthy foals is slim-to-none. But miraculously, the filly’s heart was beating. Daisy’s daughter, a cremello filly named Duet, was small yet mighty. She wanted to stand within minutes and was ready to drink once standing!

“They now spend every day out all day and stay side by side only going to mom for a drink but spending most of their days grazing together and meeting the new foals as much as the new mom would allow,” Jenni says. “They are both very happy little souls who have brought us such joy over the last few months, both very tame and enjoy human company and will be part of Saratoga forever. We consider them our miracle after a tough couple of years and they will never be for sale.”

Welcome these incredible twin foals into the world, and please SHARE this beautiful video with your friends on Facebook!

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/daisy-twin-foals-miracle/feed/0Police Officer Rescues Unresponsive Toddler In Emotional Videohttp://www.littlethings.com/texas-police-officer-rescues-toddler/
http://www.littlethings.com/texas-police-officer-rescues-toddler/#commentsWed, 29 Jul 2015 16:20:18 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=757696A Texas police officer was about to go on his lunch break when he received a call about a toddler in distress. He immediately jumped into action on Sunday and rushed to the child’s location. “I didn’t know if it was a drowning. I didn’t know if she was choking on something,” Officer Patrick Ray... View Article

“It was the scariest thing to hand her over to somebody I didn’t know but I put all my faith and all my trust in him that he knew what to do,” said mother Tammy Norvell.

Moments before Bexley stopped breathing, the mother and daughter were playing outside in their yard. Out of nowhere, the 22-month-old went limp and started turning blue. It turns out the baby had swallowed a coin.

“If it weren’t for him, I could be picking out a casket today, living every parent’s nightmare…and I’m not,” said Norvell about Officer Ray.

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/texas-police-officer-rescues-toddler/feed/0This Son Walked His Mom Down The Aisle While Singing “Wedding Vows”http://www.littlethings.com/son-walks-mom-aisle-singing-wedding-vows/
http://www.littlethings.com/son-walks-mom-aisle-singing-wedding-vows/#commentsWed, 29 Jul 2015 16:16:29 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=756821One of the most important moments in a woman’s life is her wedding day. It’s a day to celebrate a life-long bond with all of the people that you hold most dear. For this lucky mom, walking down the aisle must have felt extra special, thanks to her accompanist. This lovely bride picked her son... View Article

Instead of simply walking with his mom while ‘Pachelbel’s Canon’ plays in the background, Pop Pressley had a slightly different take on the experience. For his mom’s wedding to her fiancée Melvin, Pop sang a lovely version of Jamie Foxx’s ‘Wedding Vows.’

Though Foxx’s original lyrics are directed from a groom to a bride, Pop made a few edits, singing lines like, “I’m just so glad you’re marrying my Momma today,” and “You’ll tell your kids what Melvin Watson did on the day he married my Momma.”

]]>This week, one of Hong Kong’s most beloved pandas celebrated a very special birthday, setting multiple Guinness World Records in the process.

Jia Jia turned 37 this week — that’s nearly 111 in human years — making her the oldest living panda in the world. Jia Jia gas lived in Ocean Park in Hong Kong, China since 1999; so not only is the the world’s oldest panda alive, she’s also the oldest panda to survive in human captivity, surpassing the record previously set by a panda in China named Dudu. Since the decline of the panda population, conservation efforts have used captive breeding programs to increase the number of pandas worldwide.

“I am glad to be at Ocean Park Hong Kong today to officially announce that the Guinness World Records titles for the longevity of giant pandas under human care have been set by Jia Jia,” said Guinness World Records adjudicator Blythe Fitzwiliam in a statement. “Thanks to the attentive care of the Park for the past 16 years, Jia Jia has set a new longevity record.”

In the pictures and video below, we can see Jia Jia’s celebrating with bamboo and a massive “cake” crafted of fruit juice and ice — and by the looks of it, she appreciated the gesture!

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/jia-jia-celebrates-37th-birthday/feed/02 Lost Elephant Babies Run To Catch Up With Momhttp://www.littlethings.com/lost-elephant-babies-run/
http://www.littlethings.com/lost-elephant-babies-run/#commentsWed, 29 Jul 2015 15:35:05 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=758061Keep your eye on the left side of the screen, because two little buddies are about to make an adorable entrance. Here, elephant herds gather on the shore banks to enjoy a relaxing get-together amongst friends. But it seems the two babies have strayed from their own herd! Once they realize their moms aren't congregated on their... View Article

]]>Keep your eye on the left side of the screen, because two little buddies are about to make an adorable entrance. Here, elephant herds gather on the shore banks to enjoy a relaxing get-together amongst friends. But it seems the two babies have strayed from their own herd! Once they realize their moms aren’t congregated on their side of the bank, panic ensues.

Their mothers have made it across the shallow river before them, so these goofy kids sprint into action and go running through the water to catch up. Using their trunks to resonate cries and bellows, they scramble for Mom’s attention in the cutest way possible. “Wait up! We’re coming! We’re coming!” Lucky onlookers can’t help but relish in the heartwarming moment as Mom pulls them in close with her trunk. Reunited, and it feels so good

Because of their sheer size, elephants spend a lot of their time eating and moving slowly to conserve energy. But in this video, viewers are treated to a rare glimpse of how fast these majestic creatures can really run.

The adorable footage was captured by Save the Elephants (STE) international intern, Karunya Prasad. Save the Elephants is an elephant research and conservation organization devoted to securing a safe, happy future for elephants.

Please SHARE this touching moment with your friends on Facebook, and spread love for the Animal Kingdom!

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/lost-elephant-babies-run/feed/0Dog Meets Her Mom For The First Time Since She Was A Puppyhttp://www.littlethings.com/dog-meets-mom-puppy-harper/
http://www.littlethings.com/dog-meets-mom-puppy-harper/#commentsWed, 29 Jul 2015 15:29:07 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=757591Pet parents, have you ever wondered if your pet remembers their mother, father or siblings from when they were born? Think about it. We take these tiny pups away from their families when they are really little. They must wonder where they came from and why they're not the same as humans. Experts say that dogs... View Article

]]>Pet parents, have you ever wondered if your pet remembers their mother, father or siblings from when they were born?

Think about it. We take these tiny pups away from their families when they are really little. They must wonder where they came from and why they’re not the same as humans. Experts say that dogs can remember their parents and also other dogs they’ve met over the years, even though it might not be obvious to us humans.

Still just a pup herself, Harper has been with her new family ever since she was really small. In the video, Harper’s pet parents take her on a visit to meet with her mom again. When Harper gets out of the car, my heart just melted.

If you love dogs, this video is guaranteed to put a big smile on your face!

Please SHARE this video on your Facebook page to make someone smile today!

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/dog-meets-mom-puppy-harper/feed/0Lori Weise Helps Low-Income Families Keep The Dogs They Lovehttp://www.littlethings.com/lori-weise-downtown-dog-rescue/
http://www.littlethings.com/lori-weise-downtown-dog-rescue/#commentsWed, 29 Jul 2015 15:08:34 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=757761Lori Weise found her purpose in life when she combined her love of altruism with her love of animals. Now she is doing something wonderful, that up until now has been totally unheard of. Twenty years ago she noticed something disheartening. Weise saw that the homeless and less fortunate often relied on their dogs for compassion, love,... View Article

]]>Lori Weise found her purpose in life when she combined her love of altruism with her love of animals. Now she is doing something wonderful, that up until now has been totally unheard of.

Twenty years ago she noticed something disheartening. Weise saw that the homeless and less fortunate often relied on their dogs for compassion, love, and friendship. However, though these people loved their animals, they didn’t have the resources to properly take care of them. Then she founded Downtown Dog Rescue, a non profit that assists low-income families in taking care of their pets.

“I would pass people that were living on the street with their animals. They didn’t have a collar. They were feeding their dog, say, rice and whatever food they could get,” she tells CNN.

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/lori-weise-downtown-dog-rescue/feed/012 Veteran War Dogs Are Being Reunited With Their Soldier Buddieshttp://www.littlethings.com/the-12-dogs-of-war/
http://www.littlethings.com/the-12-dogs-of-war/#commentsWed, 29 Jul 2015 15:07:29 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=757756Twelve canine warriors bravely served our country overseas. These heroes are credited with having saved hundreds, possibly even thousands of American soldiers, but when a contract company purchased these dogs from the department of defense, things suddenly got a bit more complicated. The contract company had Greg Meredith look after the dogs for what they said... View Article

]]>Twelve canine warriors bravely served our country overseas. These heroes are credited with having saved hundreds, possibly even thousands of American soldiers, but when a contract company purchased these dogs from the department of defense, things suddenly got a bit more complicated.

The contract company had Greg Meredith look after the dogs for what they said would only be a few weeks, but for the past year and a half now they’ve remained under the care of Meredith, who has been working his hardest to help heal the emotional wounds of these soldier dogs. He was initially tasked with rehabilitating these warriors and training them to become therapy dogs, but that never ended up happening.

When the dogs arrived at Meredith’s door, emaciated and horrified, the good people at the clinic did their best to see that these brave animals got the love and care they deserved. Some were showing clear signs of PTSD and others still had shrapnel dug into their bodies, but over the year and one-half, as Meredith waited for the money he was promised, he continued to pay for everything out of his own pocket.

Eventually Meredith was told that the dogs were too old and that he should dispose of the dogs as he saw fit. After spending nearly all of his life savings, and tasked with the duty of caring for these 12 dogs, a GoFundMe campaign has been started to see if he can get the money it took to save these animals. He’s lost everything, and while the dogs are all thankful for that, it’s time to help Meredith out too!

In the meantime, Mission K-9 Rescue has partnered with The United States War Dog Association, and with their help a new mission has begun: to find the dogs’ original Army dog handlers. 8 of the 12 dogs are on their way to being reunited with their old war buddies, and if the last four owners can’t be found we’re sure these dogs, who have had such a long journey home, will finally find where they truly belong.

Please SHARE this beautiful story if you think all veterans deserve respect!

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/the-12-dogs-of-war/feed/0Cat And Raccoon Have Adorable Interactionhttp://www.littlethings.com/raccoon-and-cat/
http://www.littlethings.com/raccoon-and-cat/#commentsWed, 29 Jul 2015 15:04:50 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=757451When you have a pet, it can be a little nerve wracking and even a little scary to think about introducing them to another animal. Whether you are setting them up on a playdate with another friend's pet, or bringing a new pet home for the first time, you never really know how they will... View Article

]]>When you have a pet, it can be a little nerve wracking and even a little scary to think about introducing them to another animal. Whether you are setting them up on a playdate with another friend’s pet, or bringing a new pet home for the first time, you never really know how they will act when they have to share the spotlight, or worse yet…their toys and food!

Typically, the stress and anxiety will quickly go away after a little sniffing session, and you will realize there was never anything to worry about.

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/raccoon-and-cat/feed/0Little Dog Has Best Reaction To The Word “Food”http://www.littlethings.com/little-dog-wants-food/
http://www.littlethings.com/little-dog-wants-food/#commentsWed, 29 Jul 2015 15:03:06 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=757186It's safe to say that every dog owner knows just how much their pooch loves food. Aside from mastering their begging face, most dogs will do almost anything to munch on their favorite treat. Some of them will even go as far as to try and steal some goodies when no one is looking. It's almost like nothing can come between them and a delicious... View Article

]]>It’s safe to say that every dog owner knows just how much their pooch loves food.

Aside from mastering their begging face, most dogs will do almost anything to munch on their favorite treat. Some of them will even go as far as to try and steal some goodies when no one is looking. It’s almost like nothing can come between them and a delicious piece of meat!

Singer Veronica Ballestrini’s dog, Cash, apparently loves to eat so much, he even knows what the word “food” means. The proof is in the video below.

In the clip, Ballestrini holds her dog in her arms and asks him if he wants some food. Even though Ballestrini doesn’t show him any food, the little Yorkshire Terrier quickly gets excited and starts shaking around. And just wait till you hear the hilarious noise he starts making towards the end of the short video. It’s clear just how much this adorable pooch wants to eat.

Ballestrini, who has released two studio albums, has a simple explanation for her dog’s comical behavior: “Cash really loves food.”

Watch the video below and let us know if your dog does anything just as funny when he’s hungry.

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/little-dog-wants-food/feed/0This Little Brother Helps To Pull His Older Brother’s Tooth Out In The Best Way Possiblehttp://www.littlethings.com/brother-tooth-pulling/
http://www.littlethings.com/brother-tooth-pulling/#commentsWed, 29 Jul 2015 14:33:49 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=757541When you are younger, losing baby teeth is basically a rite of passage...and a quick way to make a few bucks! Having to pull out the first few when they become super lose is never any fun. You always expect it to hurt much worse than it actually does, but for me, it was the blood... View Article

]]>When you are younger, losing baby teeth is basically a rite of passage…and a quick way to make a few bucks!

Having to pull out the first few when they become super lose is never any fun. You always expect it to hurt much worse than it actually does, but for me, it was the blood afterwards that really grossed me out.

By the time you have lost five or so of those baby teeth, you basically become a pro at getting them out at the first sign of of a wiggle, and it’s no longer scary because you know that after a few seconds that the pain will go away and a few hours later you will be a little bit richer. Some kids even get creative, like the little girl who used a bow and arrow to get her loose tooth out.

The little boy in this video needed to take out his 10th loose tooth, and probably would have no issue just pulling it out himself, but he figured he’s let his little bro have a little fun and do it for him.

Tying one end of string around the tooth, and the other to his brother’s Crazy Cart, Parker gets the tooth out fast and easy…and the whole family gets a good laugh out of it, too!

Now that’s a tooth that deserves a little extra cash under the pillow!

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/brother-tooth-pulling/feed/0This House And Its Entire Complex Is Built Of Thousands Of Glass Bottleshttp://www.littlethings.com/glass-bottle-house-prince-edward-island/
http://www.littlethings.com/glass-bottle-house-prince-edward-island/#commentsWed, 29 Jul 2015 14:14:41 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=756461Here at LittleThings, we see some pretty interesting homes. Tiny homes are fascinating little gems in and within themselves. They’re compact and need to be innovatively designed, so their interiors are filled with surprises and wonders. But again, we write about tiny houses a lot on this site — and sometimes we see homes that... View Article

I’m talking some pretty strange dwellings, like a house that is shaped like a shell that makes any inhabitant feel like a human crab. Or an artist in Minnesota that literally brought the outdoors inside her house with her unique mosaics made out of sticks and stones and paintings of waterfalls.

And this home in Prince Edward Island, Canada is one of the most unique houses we’ve ever laid eyes upon. The material it is comprised of is completely shocking. In fact, most would consider the material to be trash. Yet once it was put together in this artistic way, the end result is stunning, gorgeous, and beautifully serene. It’s somewhere I’d want to visit before I die…

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/glass-bottle-house-prince-edward-island/feed/0Stray Dog Fends For Himself For 7 Months…Until A Miracle Happenshttp://www.littlethings.com/bo-stray-dog-rescue/
http://www.littlethings.com/bo-stray-dog-rescue/#commentsWed, 29 Jul 2015 14:04:49 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=757616This is the story about a 2-year-old dog named Bo. He's an Azores Cattle Dog, which is a rare breed. The elusive stray was often spotted wandering around a car wash in Toronto, where he was left to fend for himself for seven months. He slept on a filthy pile of junk in a nearby... View Article

]]>This is the story about a 2-year-old dog named Bo. He’s an Azores Cattle Dog, which is a rare breed. The elusive stray was often spotted wandering around a car wash in Toronto, where he was left to fend for himself for seven months. He slept on a filthy pile of junk in a nearby lot, surrounded by debris and shredded metal. He’d scrounge for food in the middle of the night, eating out of garbage cans. Not to mention, the nights would drop below zero degrees. For nearly a year, this was Bo’s life.

But catching Bo proved to be a nearly impossible feat. To help him get used to their scents, the rescuers dressed up his bed with toys and treats. He’d still keep his distance, and even the motion of tossing food would scare him off. Finally, the team set up a live trap, taking 2-hour shifts to monitor the cage. Finally, this amazing team of volunteers caught Bo and got him off the streets. His new life was just beginning.

It didn’t take long to see Bo was gentle and sweet, despite the nightmare in which he’d lived for so long. Then came a new discovery — Bo was almost completely blind.

Wait until you see Bo’s transformation by the end of this video. And yes, he’s since been adopted by a loving, forever family! Please SHARE Bo’s journey with your friends on Facebook, and help spread the power of animal rescue.

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/bo-stray-dog-rescue/feed/0Cop Crashes Car Into Oncoming Vehicle To Save Lives Of 300 Childrenhttp://www.littlethings.com/cop-crashes-car-saves-kids/
http://www.littlethings.com/cop-crashes-car-saves-kids/#commentsWed, 29 Jul 2015 13:52:00 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=757376This past weekend, a caravan of nine buses drove 300 children home from a Siberian summer camp. The caravan entrusted 39-year-old Russian police officer, Aleksandr Kosolapov, to safely escort the busloads of children back to their families. As the officer accompanied the convoy, he noticed a Toyota in the opposite lane beginning to veer into... View Article

]]>This past weekend, a caravan of nine buses drove 300 children home from a Siberian summer camp.

The caravan entrusted 39-year-old Russian police officer, Aleksandr Kosolapov, to safely escort the busloads of children back to their families. As the officer accompanied the convoy, he noticed a Toyota in the opposite lane beginning to veer into the buses. The reckless driver began to speed up, crossed the dividing line, and ended up in the wrong lane on the highway — directly heading straight for the convoy. That’s when Officer Kosolapov did the unthinkable.

Without hesitation or regard for his own life, Officer Kosolapov veered his patrol car between the lead bus and Toyota, thus preventing a tragic head-on collision. Both vehicles were completely totaled, leaving Officer Kosolapov’s patrol car a heap of metal scraps on the pavement. In return, none of the children aboard the buses were harmed.

Though he suffered serious injuries, Officer Kosolapov is now conscious and in stable condition. Medical experts say it’s a miracle he didn’t die.

As it turns out, there were five passengers inside the Toyota — including a terrified 10-year-old boy. All five survived the wreck with minor injuries. Authorities have opened a criminal case against the careless driver.

As this incredible story goes viral, people all over the world are hailing Officer Kosolapov a hero. This brave policeman deserves all the recognition he can get, so please SHARE this story with your friends on Facebook!

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/cop-crashes-car-saves-kids/feed/0Toddler’s Restaurant Meltdown Leads To Surprising Response From Strangerhttp://www.littlethings.com/toddler-tantrum-maine-restaurant/
http://www.littlethings.com/toddler-tantrum-maine-restaurant/#commentsWed, 29 Jul 2015 13:42:58 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=752396Let's be honest, a restaurant, somewhere you pay to enjoy a nice meal and good company, is no place for a crying child. They're annoying, disruptive and can straight up ruin your experience, but there's no doubt that the child's parents have it worst of all. Only a few days after the story of Darla... View Article

Exhausted from a long day at the beach, 2-year-old Ian Wistehuff had a full-blown temper tantrum at Sammy’s Seafood House in Morehead City, NC. Mom Melissa Wistehuff called it “a major category 5 meltdown tantrum” on Facebook, saying it has never happened before.

Wistehuff brought her son outside to calm him down, but when she rejoined her husband and two older kids at the table, he started right up again. That’s when they asked for the check and were shocked to find out that another patron had taken care of the family’s $86 bill.

Wistehuff told ABC News, “The waiter said, ‘Someone admired how you took care of the situation and felt bad for you.’ ” Another table told the mom she handled the situation well, as she realized that people in the crowded restaurant showed compassion and understanding for the young family.

Every parent knows it’s not easy dealing with a toddler, but it’s also not OK to let them freak out in a crowded space. Do you think these parents deserve a pat on the back for the way they handled this situation?

Let us know what you think in the comments and then SHARE this story on your Facebook page!

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/toddler-tantrum-maine-restaurant/feed/0Amazing Hummingbird Changes Color Right Before Your Eyeshttp://www.littlethings.com/hummingbird-changes-color/
http://www.littlethings.com/hummingbird-changes-color/#commentsWed, 29 Jul 2015 12:29:27 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=757366The Animal Kingdom never ceases to amaze, and this video is absolutely stunning! Here, a young Anna's Hummingbird takes a few moments out of his day to perch before the camera. Viewers are treated to a close-up view of this adult male showing off his beautiful iridescent feathers as he moves his head from one... View Article

]]>The Animal Kingdom never ceases to amaze, and this video is absolutely stunning! Here, a young Anna’s Hummingbird takes a few moments out of his day to perch before the camera. Viewers are treated to a close-up view of this adult male showing off his beautiful iridescent feathers as he moves his head from one side to the other. He has no idea how gorgeous his feathers look when he moves his head like this… If he only knew that thousands of people are fascinated with him from behind their computer screens.

Anna’s hummingbird is native to the west coast of North America. They are frequently seen in backyards and parks, and commonly found at feeders and flowering plants. Anna’s is the only North American hummingbird species with a red crown, which can look dull brown or gray without direct sunlight. But within seconds of moving his head in the sun, which you’ll see below, those dull feathers flash to a bright magenta. According to Lab of Ornithology, “This color show is made possible by the way the feather microstructure reflects light differently as the viewing angle changes. During his spectacular aerial courtship displays, he advertises this red badge to female spectators by orienting toward the sun. This colorful element of surprise is key to his mating success.”

A recent study found that the Anna’s hummingbird can shake their bodies 55 times per second while in flight, which can shake off pollen or dirt from their feathers. This rate of shaking is the fastest of any vertebrate on earth!

How incredible is this dazzling bird? Let us know what you think, and please SHARE this beautiful video with your friends on Facebook!

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/hummingbird-changes-color/feed/0Thousands Of Dogs Die In Hot Cars Every Year — You Can Help END IT!http://www.littlethings.com/no-hot-dogs-cars-psa/
http://www.littlethings.com/no-hot-dogs-cars-psa/#commentsWed, 29 Jul 2015 12:22:45 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=756441We've all been there before. You need something quick from the store, so you pull up and think about leaving your dog in the car for just a few minutes. It's a deadly trap that people fall into every single day, especially during the grueling "dog days of summer." This year has already been breaking records for... View Article

]]>We’ve all been there before. You need something quick from the store, so you pull up and think about leaving your dog in the car for just a few minutes.

It’s a deadly trap that people fall into every single day, especially during the grueling “dog days of summer.” This year has already been breaking records for temperature in the United States, and not enough people realize that leaving a dog or child in a hot car is the same thing as shoving them into a hot oven.

As you can see in this PSA of a small child forgotten in his car seat, a quick trip to the store is never quick enough…and never truly worth it. People tend to think that rolling down the windows will suffice, but it’s important to remember our friends have fur coats and on a hot summer day of 90 degrees, a car’s interior will shoot up to about 160 degrees in just 15 minutes.

That’s why the amazing people at Three Million Dogs are putting their “paws” down to help stop pet parents from leaving their dogs locked in cars. Since this happens to roughly 1,000 dogs a year, clearly enough people aren’t getting the message.

You can help save a life by spreading the #NoHotDogs message with everyone you know.

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/no-hot-dogs-cars-psa/feed/0Completely Transform Your Home With These Beautiful Ladder Upcycleshttp://www.littlethings.com/diy-old-ladder-upcycles/
http://www.littlethings.com/diy-old-ladder-upcycles/#commentsTue, 28 Jul 2015 22:33:08 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=755171Anyone who knows me knows that I love tackling new DIY projects. I especially enjoy sprucing up my home by upcycling old items that I have laying around in my garage. Whether transforming a vintage suitcase into a coffee table or turning a useless tire into a living room ottoman, I have a lot of fun working on... View Article

I never thought to upcycle an old ladder, but there are seemingly endless possibilities. I can mount it on a wall as a shelf or even hang it from my kitchen ceiling as a pot rack. There are so many good ideas, I can’t decide which is my favorite!

Scroll through below to see these cool and creative ideas, and let us know your favorites in the comments.

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/diy-old-ladder-upcycles/feed/0He Created A Gorgeous 3D Wooden Floor With Just These Fire Logshttp://www.littlethings.com/diy-3d-wood-floors-logs/
http://www.littlethings.com/diy-3d-wood-floors-logs/#commentsTue, 28 Jul 2015 22:28:53 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=755381Many of us appreciate the beauty and craftsmanship of something masterfully created from wood — but do we ever stop to think about the wood itself? Usually we don’t, but Instructables user Vyger, an avid woodworker, thinks pretty profoundly about his locally sourced wood in his home of Montana. “There are three common hardwood trees... View Article

]]>Many of us appreciate the beauty and craftsmanship of something masterfully created from wood — but do we ever stop to think about the wood itself?

Usually we don’t, but Instructables user Vyger, an avid woodworker, thinks pretty profoundly about his locally sourced wood in his home of Montana.

“There are three common hardwood trees in northeast Montana, they are the Ash, the Siberian Elm, and the Russian Olive,” he says. “Russian Olive wood is probably the most distinctive being almost chocolate colored, it is a very beautiful wood. However virtually no one uses it for anything other than burning.”

His description of the wood almost makes its usage as everyday firewood heartbreaking, doesn’t it? Especially when he goes on to describe logs used for burning like this: “I have cut a lot of logs over the years and I have always been impressed at how beautiful some of the wood looks inside,” he said. “I always wondered if there wasn’t something I could do with it besides burn it for firewood.”

His love for the Russian Olive inspired him to do something so beautiful and mind-boggling; I have never seen anything quite like it before. And watching him craft this gorgeous project is as fascinating to watch unfold as the end result looks…

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/diy-3d-wood-floors-logs/feed/0Entire Church Youth Group Survives A Horrific Van Crashhttp://www.littlethings.com/entire-church-youth-group-survives-van-crash/
http://www.littlethings.com/entire-church-youth-group-survives-van-crash/#commentsTue, 28 Jul 2015 22:22:50 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=756306This past week, all nine members of a church youth group survived a car crash when their van blew a tire and rolled on the highway. The passengers say that it’s "truly a miracle" that everyone survived. Like the car accident that this woman survived with the help of prayer, the accident that affected kids... View Article

]]>This past week, all nine members of a church youth group survived a car crash when their van blew a tire and rolled on the highway. The passengers say that it’s “truly a miracle” that everyone survived.

The van was on its way to the Champions 4 Christ Youth Rally in Branson, MO. This is a well-known event that serves as a bonding experience for young Christians from all over the country, and the kids were looking forward to several days of faith and fun.

Unfortunately, shortly after they set off on the highway, the van blew a tire, and the group required assistance from the Oklahoma Highway Patrol. About an hour later, the same tire blew again.

This time, the van rolled dramatically onto the Will Rogers Turnpike. Somehow, despite the extensive damage to the van, all the passengers survived, and most were released from the hospital with only mild injuries. Three children are still in serious condition but are expected to make a full recovery.

Eliza Robertson, the leader of the group is incredibly impressed with the fortitude of the kids, who still want to strike out for the youth rally despite the unnerving start. Like this baby girl saved by a mysterious voice, someone is pushing them forward.

Says Robertson, “I am so proud of my youth. They say the devil’s at us, he’s attacking us…Cause this is the second [tire]. So they’re bound and determined still to get to church camp. So we’ll see what happens tomorrow morning.”

Whether you believe in the devil or not, there is no doubt at all that these survivors were part of something miraculous!

If you were blown away by this incredible survival story, please SHARE on Facebook!

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/entire-church-youth-group-survives-van-crash/feed/0A Boy Asks His Postman For Junk Mail And Receives Hundreds Of Books Insteadhttp://www.littlethings.com/boy-asks-for-junk-mail-receives-books/
http://www.littlethings.com/boy-asks-for-junk-mail-receives-books/#commentsTue, 28 Jul 2015 21:56:06 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=754011They say that like calls to like. I’ve always thought that idiom rings especially true for bookworms. Maybe it’s the shared references, or the mutual appreciation for escaping into a different world, but it’s been my experience that avid readers will always find each other. Even when one of the readers is a cat. It’s... View Article

Maybe it’s the shared references, or the mutual appreciation for escaping into a different world, but it’s been my experience that avid readers will always find each other. Even when one of the readers is a cat.

It’s certainly true of this case that started in Sandy, UT, where mailman Ron Lynch met a kindred spirit in 12-year-old Matthew Flores. Lynch was delivering mail to the boxes at Matthew’s apartment building. Lynch noticed that the boy was eagerly reading advertisements, but was surprised when Matthew approached him to see if he had any junk mail to spare.

Lynch — who “started reading at a very, very early age” thanks to his mother — immediately recognized in Matthew a fellow bibliophile. He told the preteen to check out the library for better reading material, but Matthew confessed that his family didn’t have a car or the extra money for bus fare.

Then and there, Lynch decided that he would help find some books for Matthew. He posted a picture of the boy on Facebook, hoping that a few friends would kick in second-hand paperbacks.

Instead, the story went viral, and people all over the world started asking how to get books to Matthew. Now, the boy has amassed a collection of over 300 books new and old, hardcover and paperback.

Matthew, delighted by his bounty, plans to read every single one and to share them with other kids. After all, to quote our young protagonist, reading is “Super fun and it’s interesting. Plus it gets you smarter.”

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/boy-asks-for-junk-mail-receives-books/feed/0Adorable Samoyed Puppy Decides To “Help” Owner With His Morning Workouthttp://www.littlethings.com/adorable-samoyed-puppy-crashes-dads-workout/
http://www.littlethings.com/adorable-samoyed-puppy-crashes-dads-workout/#commentsTue, 28 Jul 2015 21:55:07 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=756786Following the recent trend of dogs interfering with their human companions' workouts, it seems only fair to piggyback on that puppy fun. We recently posted a hilarious video of the world's most adorable Chihuahua mimicking dad's yoga routine (and seriously, we'd like to know how he managed to pull it off). And then there was... View Article

]]>Following the recent trend of dogs interfering with their human companions’ workouts, it seems only fair to piggyback on that puppy fun.

We recently posted a hilarious video of the world’s most adorable Chihuahua mimicking dad’s yoga routine (and seriously, we’d like to know how he managed to pull it off). And then there was Maggie the dog who, despite her human mom’s best efforts, would not let her perform her yoga. Instead — and even in spite of frequent pleas of “Excuse me, Maggie!” — she made her downward facing dog pose a bridge for puppy tumbles (not happening).

So it should come as no great surprise that one of the world’s snuggliest breeds makes for a terrible workout companion. In the video below, a man approaches the camera and readies for his morning workout, a series of flash push-ups on his front porch. But it’s not too long before his Samoyed puppy decides she wants to be part of the fun as well. Putting her little paws on her owner’s back, she gives her audience the giggles and they watch dad struggle to keep his workout going with the added weight of a puppy pack. There could certainly be worse ways to exercise!

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/adorable-samoyed-puppy-crashes-dads-workout/feed/0Broadway Star Tshidi Manye Sings “The Circle Of Life” In Live Performancehttp://www.littlethings.com/circle-of-life/
http://www.littlethings.com/circle-of-life/#commentsTue, 28 Jul 2015 21:47:26 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=756521Broadway star Tshidi Manye is no stranger to performing onstage in front of thousands of spectators per night. Perhaps most well known for her amazing performance as Rafiki in the Broadway version of Disney's The Lion King, Manye is just one of those people who knows how to enrapture the full attention of anyone who is... View Article

]]>Broadway star Tshidi Manye is no stranger to performing onstage in front of thousands of spectators per night. Perhaps most well known for her amazing performance as Rafiki in the Broadway version of Disney’s The Lion King, Manye is just one of those people who knows how to enrapture the full attention of anyone who is lucky enough to watch her.

Singing with James Brown-Orleans, this beautiful example of her raw talent will give you chills up and down your spine. Beginning with the classic song “The Circle of Life,” Manye belts out the lyrics with such apparent ease that it’s truly a breathtaking event to behold. With Orleans picking away at the guitar, these two talented musicians just seem to be having some fun doing what they do best!

Anyone that performs in the Broadway’s The Lion King is known to have massive amounts of talent. But when one of the lead characters gets on stage to sing, you better believe you’re in for the treat of a lifetime!

Perhaps one of the most memorable songs from the famous film, “The Circle Of Life” was written by the legendary Elton John; its building crescendo and its tribal elements make this song an exceptionally fun piece to listen to. While we’re used to the way it’s depicted in the film, we’re thankful that Manye, backed by such talent, tried a new spin on the original composition and performed it with a more “laid back” feel. Either way, it’s absolutely gorgeous and well worth the listen!

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/circle-of-life/feed/0A Dog Abandoned On The Street Gets A Second Chance At Lifehttp://www.littlethings.com/hope-for-paws-jill/
http://www.littlethings.com/hope-for-paws-jill/#commentsTue, 28 Jul 2015 21:46:03 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=752496Every year in the United States, approximately 2.7 million dogs are killed in shelters, simply because they don't have the room or resources to care for these strays. Although we don't know how many of those dogs were born on the streets and how many were left for dead or taken away from their incompetent... View Article

Animal abandonment is a crime no matter how you look at it. Other people, like Eldad Hagar and his crew of amazing heroes at Hope For Paws, are left to clean up the mess, which in many cases is the best possible scenario, as these dogs are way better off in the end.

In the following story, we learn about a dog who was dumped by her owner and waited on the street for days for someone to help her. The poor thing was still loyal to the evil people who didn’t even care enough to bring her to a shelter, so when Hagar and the Hope For Paws team got the call, they knew they needed to act fast.

With help from animal rights activist Victoria Van Violence, Hagar rescued the dog, who they named Jill, and gave her a beautiful makeover…and a second chance.

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/hope-for-paws-jill/feed/0This Converted 1800s One-Room Schoolhouse Has The Most Breathtaking Mountainside Viewshttp://www.littlethings.com/converted-one-room-schoolhouse-mountains/
http://www.littlethings.com/converted-one-room-schoolhouse-mountains/#commentsTue, 28 Jul 2015 21:22:34 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=755491One of the best ways to take a breather from our busy lives is to disconnect. This would include unplugging from phones, computers, and anything that has wires. We've seen plenty of beautifully converted homes that serve as "getaways" or places to truly have a peace of mind. They're not always entirely restored — some... View Article

]]>One of the best ways to take a breather from our busy lives is to disconnect. This would include unplugging from phones, computers, and anything that has wires.

We’ve seen plenty of beautifully converted homes that serve as “getaways” or places to truly have a peace of mind. They’re not always entirely restored — some of them, in fact, were built from the ground up — but they all inspire a calm and harmonious environment.

Airbnb user Joe and his wife Megan have worked to completely refurbish a quaint one-room schoolhouse from the 1800s. It is located on a quiet country road in the Catskill Mountains in Bovina, New York, which is located about 100 miles north-northwest of New York City.

The converted home is entirely off-the-grid and is available for rent. The “mountain schoolhouse” would be perfect for those looking for a charming place to call home for a while.

What did you think of this wonderful converted schoolhouse? Let us know in the comments, and please SHARE!

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/converted-one-room-schoolhouse-mountains/feed/0Pug Tries To Play With Puppy On The Tablethttp://www.littlethings.com/tablet-puppy/
http://www.littlethings.com/tablet-puppy/#commentsTue, 28 Jul 2015 21:11:51 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=718941The beauty of having a dog is that other than basic needs like food, water,and shelter, they don't ask for much. A little bit of exercise, plenty of cuddles, and lots of play time is all they really need to stay happy and content. All of these things are easy and even fun when you... View Article

]]>The beauty of having a dog is that other than basic needs like food, water,and shelter, they don’t ask for much. A little bit of exercise, plenty of cuddles, and lots of play time is all they really need to stay happy and content. All of these things are easy and even fun when you are a dog owner, because you enjoy all of them just as much as they do.

If it’s been a while since the last time you had a chance to take the little guy over to the dog park, or throw around a ball in the backyard, that’s when things get a little tricky.

They have so much extra energy built up that they may start acting out, which typically results in a giant mess. While it may be funny at the time, catching them in the act of playing in the mud or seeing their guilty reaction to getting in the trash is only cute the first few times.

The owners of the adorable little black pug in this video, Nao, decided to make things a little easier on themselves for a day while also keeping Nao amused.

With the help of a carefully placed tablet, she definitely gets out some energy, although she still isn’t quite sure what to think of her new “friends.”

]]>Last month, a tragedy shook our nation. A man named Dylann Roof, a self-described white supremacist, entered Emanuel A.M.E. Church in Charleston, SC. during a session of worship and murdered nine members of its congregation. It was an act of hate that broke the hearts of millions nationwide.

Award-winning Gospel singer Marcus Stanley heard the news of the attack and a survivor of gun violence himself, he was moved to action. Channeling his own journey of forgiveness, he posted an incredibly humbling words of compassion — first a message of empathy, and then a prayer for Dylann to join him in saying.

His moving words are as follows:

“Somewhere along the line, you were taught to hate people that are not like you, and that is truly tragic. You have accomplished nothing from this killing, but planting seeds of pain that will forever remain in the hearts of the families that lost their lives and countless hearts around our country. If you’re still out there and you have your phone with you… Give your heart to Jesus and confess your sins with a heart of forgiveness. He is the only one that can save your soul and forgive you for the terrible act that you have done. I love you Dylann… even in the midst of the darkness and pain you’ve caused, but more importantly HE loves you.”

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/gospel-singer-posted-moving-message-forgiveness-charleston/feed/0Couple Performs Fun Routine On Their Wedding Day With Help From Their Friendshttp://www.littlethings.com/wedding-dance-parris-couple/
http://www.littlethings.com/wedding-dance-parris-couple/#commentsTue, 28 Jul 2015 20:58:46 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=752651On their wedding day, Beverley and James Parris decided to spice up the traditional dance by performing a one-of-kind routine along with some of their good friends. The festive dance medley included a whole mix of popular songs, including Shola Ama’s “Run To Me,” Jagged Edge’s remix of “Let’s Get Married,” and “Conga” by Gloria Estefan.... View Article

]]>On their wedding day, Beverley and James Parris decided to spice up the traditional dance by performing a one-of-kind routine along with some of their good friends.

The festive dance medley included a whole mix of popular songs, including Shola Ama’s “Run To Me,” Jagged Edge’s remix of “Let’s Get Married,” and “Conga” by Gloria Estefan. Each song holds a special meaning to the couple.

Of course, the couple also made sure to include a romantic twist. Around the 2:50 mark they start dancing to Randy Travis’ classic tune “Forever and Ever, Amen” and it’s the perfect close to such a lovely moment.

While Beverley and the backup crew are trained dancers from the U.K.-based dance company Hip Hop Pop, James lacked that type of experience. But, he still made sure to learn every dance move and wore a smile the whole way through. As the YouTube caption reads, this also proves he has “a lot of guts.”

Watch the video below and please SHARE if this wedding dance made you smile!

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/wedding-dance-parris-couple/feed/0This Biker Club Has A Special Funeral To Honor A Fallen Memberhttp://www.littlethings.com/biker-club-funeral/
http://www.littlethings.com/biker-club-funeral/#commentsTue, 28 Jul 2015 20:57:11 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=755811When this video first begins, it seems like a normal group of enthused members of a biker club. They're driving slowly through a small town with their powerful engines roaring. Then suddenly you notice that one of the beautiful motorcycles is pulling what seems to be a casket. As the motorcycle draws closer and closer,... View Article

]]>When this video first begins, it seems like a normal group of enthused members of a biker club. They’re driving slowly through a small town with their powerful engines roaring.

Then suddenly you notice that one of the beautiful motorcycles is pulling what seems to be a casket. As the motorcycle draws closer and closer, it becomes clear that this isn’t a just convoy of motorcycle enthusiasts, but instead it’s actually a funeral precession.

While not exactly what you would call a “normal” funeral precession, when you find out who it was for, it makes sense to have such an exciting way to celebrate the life of Jennifer “Jennefire” Ososki Jones. She passed away at the young age of 43; survived by her husband, George, who is driving the motorcycle with the casket, and her four dogs, it’s obvious to see that this woman had a lot of friends and will be sorely missed.

Jennifer called herself a “free spirit” who classified her family as her whole life and on top of everything, Jennifer wished for memorial donations to be be made to the Animal Rescue Foundation. That’s how much she loved animals! While she will certainly be missed by the countless friends she had, one thing is for certain, with a biker like that up in heaven, we’re sure there’s a new biker angel up there watching over her family!

Everyone has their own special way to grieve the loss of a loved one, and something tells us that a lady that sounds that cool must have gotten a real smile out of this special way to say goodbye. Rest in peace Jennifer, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your dear family.

Please SHARE this beautiful story if you think bikers are good people!

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/biker-club-funeral/feed/0Learn How To Make A Quick And Adorable Lunchbox Treathttp://www.littlethings.com/butterfly-lunchbox-snack/
http://www.littlethings.com/butterfly-lunchbox-snack/#commentsTue, 28 Jul 2015 20:54:19 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=754681It's said that when a meal is made with love, you can taste it. Whether it be a huge feast or a quick snack, you can always tell when something's been crafted with affection and care. That's probably why school lunches represent far more than just a little bag of food. As kids, all it took was a simple peanut butter... View Article

But lunch boxes don’t have to be reserved for school children. People of all ages enjoy the warm fuzzies you get when your tummy rumbles, and you realize that someone you love has made a meal for just for you.

So if you’re looking to brighten someone’s day, why not reach for a little sandwich bag, a few simple snacks, and a lunch box? It’s sure to bring a big smile to their face.

That’s why I love this quick, simple, and adorable lunch box craft. It’s the perfect way to go that little extra mile when packing a lunch for someone you love.

Throw in a sweet handwritten note, and you’re sure to make a meal that will be remembered for a very long time.

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/butterfly-lunchbox-snack/feed/0Cop Gives Intense Warning To Thieves On Local ‘Crime Stoppers’ Commercialhttp://www.littlethings.com/crime-stopper-cheeseburger/
http://www.littlethings.com/crime-stopper-cheeseburger/#commentsTue, 28 Jul 2015 20:53:18 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=755076When a thug burglarized a popular local restaurant, the St. Landry Parish Sheriff’s Office took it personally. The restaurant, named "Stelly's Supermarker" is a popular cop hang out, and if you ask anyone whose been there? They'll instantly say that the folks at Stelly's exemplify everything that's good about Southern hospitality. While the police are doing... View Article

]]>When a thug burglarized a popular local restaurant, the St. Landry Parish Sheriff’s Office took it personally. The restaurant, named “Stelly’s Supermarker” is a popular cop hang out, and if you ask anyone whose been there? They’ll instantly say that the folks at Stelly’s exemplify everything that’s good about Southern hospitality.

While the police are doing everything they can in order to catch this bad guy, one cop in particular has captured the eyes of the nation, and his video is going viral! The calm rage he directs straight towards this thief is nothing short of intimidating — even terrifying!

Lt. Clay Higgins cooly points out the details of the robber before her goes into the more personal attacks. On a “Crime Stoppers” commercial, Higgins ripped the thief apart:

“If you’re the man who committed this felony, look at me son, I’m talking to you. The sheriff likes Stelly’s restaurant and so do I. The food here is good, and the folks are friendly. We’re going to identify you, arrest you, and put you in a small cell. After that, I’m going to have a cheeseburger here, with a fries and coke and leave a nice tip for the waitress.”

“Congratulations son, I’m about to make you famous,” he continues. “By tomorrow, 100,000 people will have watched you commit a felony. You will be recognized.”

It seems like the evidence is mounting against this lowly criminal, and when the Louisiana police officer finally gets his hands on him, let’s just say he won’t be having a cheeseburger anytime soon!

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/crime-stopper-cheeseburger/feed/0This Bacon and Egg Breakfast Tart Will Change Your Brunch Foreverhttp://www.littlethings.com/bacon-and-egg-breakfast-tart/
http://www.littlethings.com/bacon-and-egg-breakfast-tart/#commentsTue, 28 Jul 2015 20:45:07 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=756161If you're anything like me, then you start looking forward to planning your Sunday brunch come Monday morning. I'm always on the lookout for new ways to reinvent the breakfast staples, like bacon, bread, and eggs -- and this recipe I just found will make an awesome addition to my brunch rotation. Courtesy of the... View Article

]]>If you’re anything like me, then you start looking forward to planning your Sunday brunch come Monday morning. I’m always on the lookout for new ways to reinvent the breakfast staples, like bacon, bread, and eggs — and this recipe I just found will make an awesome addition to my brunch rotation.

Courtesy of the One Pot Chef, this Bacon and Egg Breakfast Tart is a wonderful baked dish, perfect for weekends with friends. Basically, puff pastry is topped with a sauce of your choice, plus bacon and eggs, then baked until golden and crispy. This recipe is simple and quick, not to mention your friends will be so impressed by the delicious outcome.

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/bacon-and-egg-breakfast-tart/feed/0Brother And Sister Torn Apart During The War Find Each Other 75 Years Laterhttp://www.littlethings.com/brother-and-sister-reunion-war/
http://www.littlethings.com/brother-and-sister-reunion-war/#commentsTue, 28 Jul 2015 20:37:08 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=752456There's no greater gift in the world than having a sibling. I'm not saying life as an only child is a bad thing — you definitely get all of your parents' attention and never have to fight over things as silly as the TV remote, but there's no denying that having a brother or sister... View Article

I’m not saying life as an only child is a bad thing — you definitely get all of your parents’ attention and never have to fight over things as silly as the TV remote, but there’s no denying that having a brother or sister in your life is a true blessing.

As I grow older and see how friends can easily change, I realize just how lucky I am to have a sister. In the following video, we meet a woman named Rose, who had a rough start in life and grew up passed around from family to foster home after her mother died and her father was sent off to fight in World War II. Even though she was completely alone in the world, somehow Rose always felt like she had someone out there. It turned out that she did.

Times were very different back then, so when Rose was sent away, her baby brother John was sent somewhere else. John grew up never knowing he had an older sister, assuming he too was all alone. Then one day Rose’s adult children decided to look into their mother’s family history. What they found changed her life forever.

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/brother-and-sister-reunion-war/feed/0Baby Goats Meet Cathttp://www.littlethings.com/goats-meet-cat/
http://www.littlethings.com/goats-meet-cat/#commentsTue, 28 Jul 2015 20:33:16 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=752306I am just going to warn you now: the content of this video might make you pack up all your belongings, sell your home, buy a farm, and convince you to start raising goats from now until forever. Or maybe that's just me... There is just something about those adorable tiny energetic balls of fur... View Article

As a cat who is used to helping out the older goats when they go into delivery and keeping an eye on all the things going on at the barn, Moo is already doing a great job making sure these hoppy little things don’t stray too far, and we’re sure their bond will only continue to grow!

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/goats-meet-cat/feed/0Dog Sneaks Into Toddler’s Room To Nap With Herhttp://www.littlethings.com/dog-and-toddler-nap/
http://www.littlethings.com/dog-and-toddler-nap/#commentsTue, 28 Jul 2015 20:27:40 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=752241It seems like as we get older, we really forget how great it can feel to take a nice little nap in the middle of the day. Ok, so maybe it's because we have more responsibilities and less time to ourselves, but if you can squeeze a nap in somewhere during your day, I would... View Article

]]>It seems like as we get older, we really forget how great it can feel to take a nice little nap in the middle of the day.

Ok, so maybe it’s because we have more responsibilities and less time to ourselves, but if you can squeeze a nap in somewhere during your day, I would highly suggest it.

Just take a look at what it does for your kids! They can be cranky and in a rotten mood before you put them down for a nap, and like magic, even just 20 minutes later, they can wake up a totally happy and pleasant kid. Some kids need their nap so bad, they will plop down wherever they are just to get in a little snooze, like one little girl did after a long day at the beach.

Someone else who is good at getting in a nap time is your dog. You hardly ever see a dog in cranky mood, and that’s because they lounge around and nap on and off all day long! And when you put the two together, you get some pretty adorable snoring sleepers, bound to make even the most energetic of people envious of mandatory nap time!

That’s why when this mom couldn’t find her fluffy pup Raven, she decided to look in her daughter Addison’s room, and sure enough she found the two cuddling together, catching up on some much needed sleep.

If this doesn’t make you want to curl up in bed with a snuggle buddy, nothing will!

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/dog-and-toddler-nap/feed/0Secure The Top Of An Open Bag With Two Strawshttp://www.littlethings.com/secure-seal-open-bag-straws-trick-hack/
http://www.littlethings.com/secure-seal-open-bag-straws-trick-hack/#commentsTue, 28 Jul 2015 20:25:36 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=755131It’s nice that products that we love are packaged in bags. But once that bag is open, it’s like you’re unleashing a Pandora’s box of frustration upon yourself, because if it doesn’t have a built-in zip lock, it’s a real pain to seal again. There are things you can do to keep whatever is in... View Article

But once that bag is open, it’s like you’re unleashing a Pandora’s box of frustration upon yourself, because if it doesn’t have a built-in zip lock, it’s a real pain to seal again.

There are things you can do to keep whatever is in the bag — pasta, sugar, flour, cereal, chips, candy, even frozen fruit — from going bad. You can take the contents out and put it in Tupperware or a zip-lock bag. You can also keep the bag closed with a random item like a rubber band.

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/secure-seal-open-bag-straws-trick-hack/feed/0How To Make Quick And Delicious Homemade Jam In Your Microwavehttp://www.littlethings.com/two-ingredient-microwave-jam/
http://www.littlethings.com/two-ingredient-microwave-jam/#commentsTue, 28 Jul 2015 20:15:44 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=753491There are a lot of things you can put on toast, like butter, cream cheese, or even a fried egg. But the ultimate thing to put on toast (or bread) is jam. We all have our favorite jelly brands, but nothing beats getting a homemade jar of preserves from a roadside stand or made from scratch... View Article

We all have our favorite jelly brands, but nothing beats getting a homemade jar of preserves from a roadside stand or made from scratch from someone you love.

Usually, when you get these Mason jars filled with homemade jams you know they’re extra special. They’re made with all natural ingredients because they’re homespun. Plus, the process of making jam isn’t easy. It takes a lot of time and patience to get the flavor just right — not to mention a few safety precautions that need to be made in regards to sterilizing the jars.

But if homemade jam is done right, it’s truly the best.

If only if it were a tiny bit easier to make…

Actually, it’s simpler to make a DIY version than you think. That’s right — homemade, healthy, and chemical-free jam can be all yours in a fraction of the time it takes to make it traditionally. In fact, all you need is two ingredients: a microwave and a freezer — and that’s it!

This recipe is quick, safe, and it’s a great way of utilizing fruit that’s about to turn.

In fact, this DIY food project seems so easy, I’m going to try it tonight…

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/two-ingredient-microwave-jam/feed/0Mom In ER With Newborn Worries About Parking Ticket, Receives Support From Other Womenhttp://www.littlethings.com/mom-in-er-with-baby-parking-ticket/
http://www.littlethings.com/mom-in-er-with-baby-parking-ticket/#commentsTue, 28 Jul 2015 20:13:09 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=751696Not all random acts of kindness are as hard to come by as we think. When they do happen, the effects are always exceptionally astounding. When Kaylee Goemans, 27, rushed her 6-week-old baby boy, Dominic, to the ER at the Royal Victoria Health Centre in Ontario, Canada, she knew she'd be in a tight bind.... View Article

]]>Not all random acts of kindness are as hard to come by as we think.

When they do happen, the effects are always exceptionally astounding. When Kaylee Goemans, 27, rushed her 6-week-old baby boy, Dominic, to the ER at the Royal Victoria Health Centre in Ontario, Canada, she knew she’d be in a tight bind.

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/mom-in-er-with-baby-parking-ticket/feed/0103-Year-Old Man Still Goes To Work At Wal-Mart Everydayhttp://www.littlethings.com/loren-wade-103-walmart/
http://www.littlethings.com/loren-wade-103-walmart/#commentsTue, 28 Jul 2015 20:09:44 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=755081Loren Wade is 103 years old. The World War II veteran was born in 1912 but says he doesn't feel a day over 70. These days Wade is making the news not because of his age, but because of what he is doing at his age. Yes, Wade still goes to work five days a... View Article

“I like to meet the people and being here I get to talk to a lot of people,” Wade told TODAY’s Sheinelle Jones. “I like being occupied. I usually keep very busy, one thing or another. They see to it that I do.”

Wade tried to retire in his 60s but it just wasn’t his thing. He began working at Wal-Mart in 1983; thirty-two years later, he still loves his job.

The reason he hasn’t quit? Besides keeping busy, Loren says that all of his other elderly friends who have stopped working have died within 6 months of their retirement.

“I think the man’s here 24/7,” one customer said. “He just, he just belongs here. It is his life, and he is ours.”

Wade is a beacon of sunshine and proof that getting older doesn’t mean you ever have to stop being yourself.

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/loren-wade-103-walmart/feed/0Family Surprises Their Dog With The BEST Gift For His 1st Birthdayhttp://www.littlethings.com/birthday-dog-rhett-golden-doodle-puppy/
http://www.littlethings.com/birthday-dog-rhett-golden-doodle-puppy/#commentsTue, 28 Jul 2015 20:04:55 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=752376If you're truly a "dog person" you know that no gift is too special for your furry best friend. After all, dogs are truly members of our families, and after all the unconditional love they give us as owners, they deserve something special in return. In my opinion, dogs don't need the fanciest food, bed, or... View Article

When it comes to gifts, a little love can certainly go a long way, but there’s nothing that can compare to what happens in this next video. Rhett Barkley, an adorably fluffy Golden Doodle, has just turned 1 year old. Since Rhett has brought his family – and his thousands and thousands of YouTube fans – so much joy, they decided to give him something extra special in return.

Rhett gets excited when his human mommy starts opening the box, but once I saw who was inside, I just melted! The family must be big fans of Gone With The Wind, because they decided to name their new little one Scarlett. Something tells me nothing will be able to top this birthday!

Are you a dog lover? Please SHARE this adorable video on your Facebook page!

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/birthday-dog-rhett-golden-doodle-puppy/feed/0Triple-Amputee Former Marine Receives Accessible ‘Smart’ Homehttp://www.littlethings.com/former-marine-receives-smart-home/
http://www.littlethings.com/former-marine-receives-smart-home/#commentsTue, 28 Jul 2015 19:57:48 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=754816Soldiers do so much for this country every single day and put everything on the line to protect our freedom. That’s why it’s always so gratifying to see a veteran honored for his or her heroism. This is doubly true in the case of Cpl. Todd Love, a former Marine living in Dallas, GA. Now... View Article

]]>Soldiers do so much for this country every single day and put everything on the line to protect our freedom. That’s why it’s always so gratifying to see a veteran honored for his or her heroism.

This is doubly true in the case of Cpl. Todd Love, a former Marine living in Dallas, GA. Now retired from the service, Love fills his time with hobbies like skydiving, surfing, and wrestling gators. But all of this is made much more complicated by the injuries he sustained overseas.

Cpl. Love lost both legs and his left arm to an IED while serving in Afghanistan in 2010. But, like fellow amputee Noah Galloway, he hasn’t let that damage his strong and adventurous spirit. And it’s not just extreme sports — Love recently embarked on his newest project: first-time homeowner.

He’s been living in a specially-designed ‘smart home’ for a little over a year now, courtesy of the ‘Building For America’s Bravest’ project. Like the ‘Homecoming Heroes’ program that provided for this vet, ‘America’s Bravest’ is dedicated to giving former soldiers a comfortable environment.

Thanks to collaboration with Home Depot and various charities, volunteers were able to create an iPad-controlled space to make Cpl. Love’s life a bit easier.

The home features a laundry-list of accessibility add-ons, including motorized entryways, automated toilets, and multi-room intercom. All of this will help Cpl. Love settle comfortably into his new home.

With any luck, his convenient new gadgets will just make extra time for him to plan his next adventure! Says Love, “I can do anything I want. If I want to go become an…astronaut, who’s gonna stop me?”

He certainly won’t get any argument from us!

Please SHARE if you were impressed by this veteran’s indomitable willpower!

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/former-marine-receives-smart-home/feed/0Fans Ecstatic Over Never-Before-Seen Dr. Seuss Book ‘What Pet Should I Get?’http://www.littlethings.com/fans-ecstatic-never-seen-dr-seuss/
http://www.littlethings.com/fans-ecstatic-never-seen-dr-seuss/#commentsTue, 28 Jul 2015 19:53:56 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=755621Beginning today, longtime fans will be able to get their hands on a never-before-seen manuscript by Theodor Seuss Geisel — known by adults and children the world over as the inimitable Dr. Seuss. What Pet Should I Get? was a manuscript discovered in Geisel's estate consisting of black-and-white drawings accompanied by his Seuss-centric narrative. It's rumored to be an extension... View Article

]]>Beginning today, longtime fans will be able to get their hands on a never-before-seen manuscript by Theodor Seuss Geisel — known by adults and children the world over as the inimitable Dr. Seuss.

What Pet Should I Get? was a manuscript discovered in Geisel’s estate consisting of black-and-white drawings accompanied by his Seuss-centric narrative. It’s rumored to be an extension of one of his most famed titles, One Fish Two Fish Red Fish Blue Fish, as many of the characters in his new buzzed-about title are nearly identical.

Geisel’s longtime publisher Random House reassembled the manuscript and added color to the book, recreating a world many of us haven’t visited since childhood. Its critical reception has been overwhelmingly positive, with the New York Times writing that the book “will remind us, delightfully, that Dr. Seuss, over half a century ago, made learning to read an adventure, a club children would actually want to belong to.”

“The story is simple. A brother and sister go to the pet store with permission from Mom and Dad (who are nowhere in sight) to ‘pick just one’ pet to bring home by noon. But it’s so hard to ‘Make Up Your Mind,’ as a banner proclaims! Brother wants a dog, sister wants a cat… or a rabbit, or a bird, or a fish.”

So what’s not to love? The newest book combines all the beloved facets of the Seussian world: imagination, creatures, and his signature prose.

Will you read this soon-to-be classic? Let us know, and SHARE this exciting news with your friends on Facebook!

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/fans-ecstatic-never-seen-dr-seuss/feed/0Learn How To Pair Delicious Barbecue Meats With Wine And Beer With This Cheatsheethttp://www.littlethings.com/best-barbecue-and-drink-pairings/
http://www.littlethings.com/best-barbecue-and-drink-pairings/#commentsTue, 28 Jul 2015 19:51:25 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=739556I love going to outdoor barbecues. If you're hosting an outdoor cookout, there can be many creative ways to reinvent classic dishes, from the side dish you end up putting on the table to the kinds of drinks you serve. One of the things that continues to stump me is how to best balance out the flavors of every... View Article

One of the things that continues to stump me is how to best balance out the flavors of every dish that is offered. One of the primary ways to do this is by superbly pairing drinks with our all-time favorite barbecue meats.

I absolutely love the cheatsheet you’re about to see. Inspired by some of the food and wine experts out there, it has profoundly simplified the barbecue meat and drink pairing process for me, and has taught me a thing or two about complementing savory flavors.

Hopefully, you will find it useful, too, and apply it to your own barbecue. What did you think of the pairings below? Let us know in the comments, and please SHARE!

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/best-barbecue-and-drink-pairings/feed/0This Crafter Built A Peaceful-Looking “Floating Bed”http://www.littlethings.com/diy-floating-bed-frame/
http://www.littlethings.com/diy-floating-bed-frame/#commentsTue, 28 Jul 2015 19:46:56 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=747916It's fantastic to create things that make others do a double take. DIY projects are the best for scenarios like these — you can build things that are highly functional, make art that reflects your love for country, and piece together extremely useful tools out of otherwise useless things. Perhaps the most astounding kinds of projects... View Article

Perhaps the most astounding kinds of projects have end results that are so visually stunning, others will be confused about how it was made.

One Imgur user has done exactly this. To create the most intriguingly charming addition to the room, the user designed a beautiful bed frame with just a few wooden planks and an LED rope. The entire design took only four days to complete.

The results were captivating. Especially when the lights go off, the whole room seemed to transform…

What did you think of this DIY bed frame? Let us know in the comments, and please SHARE!

]]>http://www.littlethings.com/diy-floating-bed-frame/feed/0Demystifying Some Of The Most Common Myths About Hairhttp://www.littlethings.com/10-most-common-hair-myths/
http://www.littlethings.com/10-most-common-hair-myths/#commentsTue, 28 Jul 2015 19:43:51 +0000http://www.littlethings.com/?p=745641We've all believed in myths. Especially ones that concern to-do's and not-to-do's when it comes to taking care of our bodies. As a woman, I like to pay attention to the ways I take care of my hair. I have to remember that the hairs on my head are living, breathing components of my body,... View Article

]]>We’ve all believed in myths. Especially ones that concern to-do’s and not-to-do’s when it comes to taking care of our bodies.

As a woman, I like to pay attention to the ways I take care of my hair. I have to remember that the hairs on my head are living, breathing components of my body, and require consistent care.

There are so many myths, however, about haircare — some of them are very surprising. You’d think that using some “natural” products, like beer hops and honey, would perfect your shine. But that’s not true.

Below, we debunk many of the most common myths about hair. Maybe you already are familiar with some of these, and maybe you know even more myths that aren’t covered here.